Sterling Pharmacy is part of Astrup Companies - an innovative, growing, family-owned and locally grown business. We have a rich, 70 year history, with companies servicing every aspect of the pharmacy industry. As an employee of Sterling Pharmacy, you can expect to be treated with care and respect.

• Looking for a Full-time or Part-time candidate.
• This position would be a Monday - Friday position, with occasional Saturday shifts with competitive wages.
• This position can take place at any of our locations in Caledonia, Rushford, La Crescent and/or Osage, IA.
• Hours of operation vary slightly based on the location, but generally are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm & Saturday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
• We offer Full health benefits for Full-time employees, a 401(k) program with a company match and a Profit Sharing bonus program.

To learn more about Astrup companies and our history, click this link: https://astrupcompanies.com/careers

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school/college of pharmacy.
• Licensed as a Pharmacist in the State in which you will be working (MN/IA)

Preferred:

• Detail oriented and very organized
• Able to handle a high stress environment
• Two or more years of pharmacy experience in a retail/community setting

Job Description: The Staff Pharmacist will provide pharmacy dispensing, consultation, and clinical services to Sterling Pharmacy patients and have direct communication with Pharmacy Manager and Store Manager.

Core Competencies & Responsibilities:

• Build healthier lives through caring relationships with co-workers and customers
• Thorough knowledge pharmacy practice and law
• Understands the customers’ needs are the #1 priority above anything else
• Assist in training of other staff pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and customer service associates
• Receive, process, fill, and check prescriptions accurately and in a timely manner
• Respond to all patient inquiries in a timely fashion
• Provide the best possible service to patients
• Adhere to policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations
• Abide by all statutes, rules and regulations related to pharmacy practice, both State and Federal
• Represent Sterling Pharmacy as a pharmacist to the general public and at professional events
• Collect appropriate information for billing of Medicaid and Medicare for DME and supplies and reconcile claims to ensure adequate payment
• Ensure that patients are counseled on all new prescriptions and on any refills where there has been a change in therapy or patient condition
• Address and resolve patient/employee complaints in the absence of pharmacy manager
• Be prepared and willing to perform pharmacy technician and customer service associate duties, as necessary.
• Stay current with the latest information on drug therapy and side effects
• Complete continuing education requirements of the Board of Pharmacy
• Maintain CPR certification
• Complete training/certification for administering immunizations and maintain competency
• Be aware of prescription drug pricing and reimbursement to achieve optimal gross profit margins
• Assist in managing drug inventory levels to achieve optimal return on investment
• Communicate with Pharmacy Manager on a regular basis
• Be aware of and support promotional activity within the pharmacy and Home Health Care category
• Respond to emails, voice messages and memos from corporate staff in a timely fashion (typically within one business day) if Pharmacy Manager is gone
• Participate in new programs and services for pharmacists to help patients achieve good therapeutic outcomes
• Be aware of continuous quality improvement and quality assurance programs in pharmacies
• Adapt quickly to company changes related to policy and workflow.
• Participate and engage with weekly/daily touchpoint meetings then follow through on what was discussed
• Help the PIC encourage and support employees engaging with customer on all marketing material given by corporate
• Participate in expectations with the Profit Incentive Program
• Complete other duties as assigned

Performance Requirements:

• Possess a thorough knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems
• Comply to all Astrup Companies policy and procedures
• Create a culture of positivity and excitement within the workplace
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with other team members. Care. Respect their time, work and talents.
• Be able to multitask
• Be focused and disciplined
• Possess excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Be self-motivated and able to work well on an independent basis
• Display strong customer service skills
• Innovate - Think outside-the-box. Bring original ideas to the team/organization
• Embrace our Guiding Principles. Use them to guide decision making.
• Go Beyond!

Physical Requirements & Work Demands:

• The ability to work up to 40 hours per week
• The ability to maintain a flexible schedule including early morning, evening and weekend hours
• In a typical 8-hour day lifting or carrying items up to approximately 25 lbs.
• In a typical day standing approximately 8 hours
• In a typical 8-hour day spending 2 hours on the telephone

Working Environment:

• This position will be in a typical retail pharmacy setting at one or more locations and is of normal climate and temperature.