Central Pharmacist - St. Peter, St. Peter, Minnesota

When all employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.

Working title: Central Pharmacist
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/25/2024
• Closing Date: 05/09/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept/Direct Care & Treatment
• Division/Unit: St Peter / Pharmacy
• Work Shift/Work Hours: 7:00am - 5:00pm (8-hour shift)
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $48.51 - $71.75 / hourly; $101,288 - $149,814 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep.
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

Looking For a Change! Join our Pharmacist Team at the Department of Human Services, Direct Care & Treatment Division.

Together we can improve your work/life balance while continuing to enhance the lives of Minnesotans.

We have a great opportunity for a Licensed Pharmacist at St. Peter to provide pharmaceutical Support to our Direct Care and Treatment division. If you have an interest in developing your career in psychiatric pharmacy, this may be the next step in your career!

The hours of operations of the pharmacy are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday*.

Job Duties:

• Oversee pharmacy operations and dispense drugs according to physician prescriptions
• Provide pharmaceutical care services, including time spent dedicated to medication reconciliation and after care planning.
• Manage inventory, supervise pharmacy technicians, and perform quality control checks on medications.
• Ensure that the process for dispensing medications from the pharmacy meets all legal and accreditation/certification requirements, and complies with all applicable policies, procedures, codes, and standards for the facility.
• Serve as a consultant to medical and nursing staff to provide the most current information regarding drug therapies.
• Deliver occasional presentations to educate staff and patients on pharmaceutical topics.

* This position will be expected to work a Saturday and Sunday once (1) a quarter from 7am-12pm. *

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a pharmacist in Minnesota
• Two years of experience as a full-time pharmacist or completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing pharmacy services for individuals with mental illness, chemical dependency, and related or co-occurring diagnoses.
• Proficient in data collection, entry, evaluation and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet experience or other equivalent programs.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary teams.
• Quality improvement training or experience.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
  

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Heidi Schurmann at heidi.schurmann@state.mn.us or 651-431-3464 .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Heidi Schurmann at heidi.schurmann@state.mn.us .

About Human Services Dept

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.