Pharmacist Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

A Pharmacist plays a critical role in the pharmacy industry, ensuring patients receive the correct medications and understand how to use them safely and effectively. They review and interpret physician orders, detect potential medication interactions, dispense prescribed medications, and counsel patients on their proper usage and potential side effects. Additionally, they provide advice on healthy lifestyles, conduct health screenings, manage immunization programs, and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and interns. Pharmacists often work in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, or they may work in research or the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmacists are required to have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college or university. They must also pass two exams to become licensed: the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and, in most states, the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE). Important skills for a Pharmacist include strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with a diverse population, and the capacity to handle stressful situations. Prior to becoming a Pharmacist, individuals often work as Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns, or in related health care roles to gain practical experience in the field.

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Pharmacist

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Must have and maintain a valid pharmacist license and be in good standing New graduates must obtain a license issued by a board of pharmacy to practice medicine within 12 months of commissioning...

Senior Manager, Aetna Medical Pharmacy (Pharmacist)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 15 hours ago

**What You Will Need** **Minimum Requirements** + Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in state of residence + 5+ years of relevant work experience in product management, strategy, or a related field...

Oncology Pharmacist, Medical Pharmacy

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 15 hours ago

**What You'll Be Doing:** **Oncology Pharmacist, Medical Pharmacy** **Collaboration Opportunities:** The Oncology Pharmacist role collaborates with the full clinical team, service organization, performance...

Pharmacist Night-Methodist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Must be directly supervised by a licensed pharmacist until Iowa Pharmacist license is obtained....

Clinical Pharmacist - Ambulatory

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Clinical pharmacists will be assigned area(s) of coverage based on experience, training, and competency....

Student Intern Pharmacist MercyOne Ankeny Pharmacy

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

. - Delivers medications and IV admixtures to patient rooms, critical care areas, and other ancillary areas. - Reviews patient MAR and care plans to determine need to return medication to the pharmacy...

Clinical Staff Pharmacist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago

**Job Posting Title** Clinical Staff Pharmacist **Job Description** The Clinical Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the processing and documenting of Utilization Management requests (i.e. formulary...

Pharmacist, Weekend Package - Methodist Outpatient Pharmacy

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Must be directly supervised by a licensed pharmacist until Iowa Pharmacist license is obtained....

Pharmacist-Methodist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago

Must be directly supervised by a licensed pharmacist until Iowa Pharmacist license is obtained....

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago

Location: Des Moines, IA Salary: $57.70 USD Hourly - $57.75 USD Hourly Description: Our client is seeking a Remote Pharmacist in Iowa!...

Pharmacist Intern

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Overview Consonus Pharmacy in Iowa is hiring a Pharmacist Intern to join our team. The hours for this position are very flexible after the initial orientation and training period....

Clinical Pharmacist: Acute Care & Pediatrics

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Licensed, or eligible for licensure, pharmacist in Iowa. Must be licensed within 3 months of hire. 2. BLS certification within 3 months of hire. 3....

Clinical Pharmacist MercyOne West Des Moines

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 14 days ago

Emergency Department Pharmacist - West Des Moines Medical Center Clinical pharmacists are responsible for optimizing pharmacotherapy regimens, ensuring safe patient care practices, and advocating for...

Staff Pharmacist - 8 on / 6 off

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Sterile compounding experience is preferred. Required Licensure and Certifications 1. Licensed, or eligible for licensure, pharmacist in Iowa. Must be licensed within 3 months of hire. 2....

Population Health Pharmacist

  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: N/A Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the...

Demographic Data for West Des Moines, IA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in West Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.1%
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists in West Des Moines, IA
1-2 years
28.1%
Less than 1 year
27.7%
None
27.6%
2-4 years
15.7%
6-8 years
0.6%
10+ years
0.3%

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