Pharmacist Jobs in Iowa

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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Part Time Float Pharmacist - Community

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 12 days ago

pharmacist shifts during times of surrounding pharmacy site manager PTO Youll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction...

Retail Pharmacist

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 25 days ago

Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community...

Resident Pharmacist PGY2

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: MercyOne Central Iowa operates four not-for-profit, Catholic medical centers in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Newton, and Centerville...

Inpatient Pharmacist Overnights 7on/7off

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Directs IV additive system; prepares profiles and labels, compounds IV admixtures utilizing aseptic technique, dispenses, IV's, etc....

Inpatient Pharmacist Full Time

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking to hire a Pharmacist....

Staff Pharmacist - 8 on / 6 off

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 45+ 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....

Pharmacy Tech Trainee

  • Davenport, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: NA Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives,...

Pharmacist, part-time, evenings

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

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Evening Shift Description: NA Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives,...

Pharmacist

  • Davenport, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 11 days ago

Pharmacist applicants obtaining their initial licensure must obtain their Iowa Pharmacist Registration within 6 months of hire....

Part Time Inpatient Pharmacist

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 11 days ago

Directs IV additive system; prepares profiles and labels, compounds IV admixtures utilizing aseptic technique, dispenses, IV's, etc....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Oncology

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

Perform all of the duties of Clinical Pharmacists when staffing in designated patient care areas (approximately 20-50% of time in clinical pharmacist staffing role) Establishes effective relationships...

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

  • Davenport, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 14 days ago

Pharmacist applicants obtaining their initial licensure must obtain their Iowa Pharmacist Registration within 6 months of hire....

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: na Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on...

Emergency Department Clinical Pharmacist

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 25 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...

PGY1 Pharmacist Resident

  • Mason City, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mason City, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Provides medication therapy management care to the patient populations served; identifies, prevents and resolves medication related problems to promote safe and effective use of medications and to facilitate...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Iowa offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
Bachelor's Degree
33.3%
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 Iowa
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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