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Retail Pharmacist - Part Time

Sanford Health · Marshfield, WI · $61.00–$87.50 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you prevented a medication error.

What they are checking: Real examples of catching problems and the systems they use to do it.

How do you lead and support pharmacy technicians during a busy shift?

What they are checking: Leadership and delegation skill in a team where the pharmacist is responsible for the final check.

What would you do

You find a significant drug interaction on a prescription. How do you approach the prescriber?

What they are checking: Clear, respectful communication with providers and a suggested alternative, not just a flag.

How do you counsel a patient starting a new medication when the line is long?

What they are checking: Whether they protect counseling time and make it useful even when busy.

A patient asks for an early refill of an opioid and gets upset when you hesitate. What do you do?

What they are checking: Judgment and professionalism around controlled substances and patient safety.

A patient cannot afford their medication. What options do you look at?

What they are checking: Problem-solving and care for the patient, such as generics, therapeutic alternatives or contacting the prescriber.

About the work

Walk me through how you verify a new prescription before it goes out.

What they are checking: A thorough, consistent check of dose, interactions, allergies and appropriateness.

How do you monitor a patient's response to therapy in a retail setting?

What they are checking: Thinking beyond dispensing to follow-up, which the posting names as part of the job.

How do you keep up with new drugs and changes in pharmacy technology?

What they are checking: Commitment to learning as the profession changes, which the posting calls out.

How do you advise a provider who calls asking which drug or dose to choose?

What they are checking: Clinical knowledge and confidence as a resource for providers in the clinic and hospital.

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The full job description

As published by Sanford Health.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. 

 Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 12

 Compensation: Salary Range: $61.00 - $87.50



 Union Position: No

 Department Details Summary Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients, and to evaluate their suitability. Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage. Job Description In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacist reviews, interprets and dispenses both prescription and non-prescription medication to patients. The pharmacist takes an active role in responding to prescription issues and advising providers on the selection, dosage, interaction and side effects of medications. Counsels patients on the medication prescription including but not limited to: proper administration, possible side effects, expected response, storage and any other questions posed by the patient. Monitors the health and progress of patients in response to drug therapy. Must be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Provides oversight and clinical supervision for pharmacy series and pharmacy support personnel. In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacist reviews and interprets provider orders, provides drug information, assists in problem solving, and provides other aspects of pharmaceutical care. Duties may consist of unit dose dispensing, IV Admixtures, outpatient prescriptions, navigating the electronic medical record, compounding, and working with automated dispensing devices. The Pharmacist utilizes appropriate age-related patient information to assess the pharmaceutical needs of patients, which may include provision of pharmaceutical care to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The Pharmacist follows all established regulations and standards that govern the practice of pharmacy. May be required to act as a shift supervisor under direct or indirect supervision by department managers. Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Provides oversight and clinical supervision for pharmacy services and pharmacy support personnel. Pharmacy services at Sanford Health may include involvement in acute care surgery, neurology, cardiology, pediatrics, oncology, infusion services, intensive care, general medicine, dialysis, transplant, antimicrobial stewardship, and medication reconciliation. May include decentralized clinical functions, such as direct patient interaction/interdisciplinary team rounding, chart reviews, customer or patient counseling, collecting accurate medication list. May also include centralized clinical functions, such as checking and dispensing medications and overseeing the clinical functions of the IV room. Qualifications In a retail/community pharmacy setting: Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy. Must have a thorough knowledge of drugs and their actions; knowledge of state and local regulations. In a medical center or institutional setting: Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy. Must have a thorough knowledge of drugs and their actions; knowledge of state and local regulations. Hospital experience or residency preferred. License must be in good standing by the State Board of Pharmacy in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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