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Staff Pharmacist

Guardian Pharmacy · Milwaukee, WI · $130,000–$145,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How do you supervise pharmacy technicians to keep accuracy high?

What they are checking: Whether they lead techs with clear expectations and support, not just check their work.

Tell me about a medication error you were involved in or caught, and what changed afterward.

What they are checking: Whether they focus on systems and learning instead of blame.

How do you communicate with nurses and prescribers who push back on your recommendations?

What they are checking: Whether they can advocate for patient safety while keeping respectful working relationships.

How do you stay accurate and focused across four ten-hour shifts?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits to keep verifying safely late in a long shift.

What would you do

A facility sends an order that interacts dangerously with a current medication. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they intervene with the prescriber clearly and document the outcome.

This role includes limited on-call. How do you handle after-hours calls from facility nurses?

What they are checking: Whether they can make sound decisions quickly without full resources at hand.

About the work

What experience do you have in long-term care pharmacy, and how does verification differ from retail?

What they are checking: Whether they understand LTC workflows like cycle fills, med packaging and facility orders.

How do you review medication regimens for elderly patients with complex needs?

What they are checking: Whether they think about polypharmacy, Beers criteria, renal dosing and fall risk.

How do you manage controlled substance compliance in a long-term care setting?

What they are checking: Whether they understand DEA rules, counts and how LTC facilities handle controls.

What technology have you used in pharmacy operations, and how do you adapt to new systems?

What they are checking: Whether they can work in a tech-enabled pharmacy and learn new tools quickly.

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The full job description

As published by Guardian Pharmacy.

West Allis, Wisconsin, United States of America Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers. With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career. Guardian Pharmacy of Wisconsin, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Madison, Wisconsin. Why Guardian Pharmacy of Wisconsin? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care. Who We Are and What We’re About: Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered. We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you. Why You’ll Love This Opportunity • 4-Day Workweek: Work four 10-hour shifts and enjoy one consistent weekday off . • Predictable Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday — Tuesdays off! • Limited On-Call: Approximately one week of on-call coverage every 2–3 months . • Competitive Compensation: Salary range $130,000–$145,000 , based on experience and qualifications. • Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent weekday off while working a full-time schedule. • Location: Guardian Pharmacy - 11420 W Theodore Trecker Way, West Allis, WI 53214 Ensure all prescriptions are filled according to order and regulations, accurately and in a timely manner and proper packaging according to facility. Attributes Required: • Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy • Leadership – ability to lead project teams to deadlines, while maintaining strong team orientation • Relational – ability to build relationships with business unit management and become “trusted advisor” • Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently • Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level • Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members Essential job functions (include the following): • Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging • Review completed orders and cycle-fill medications to ensure prescriptions were filled correctly • Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patients' allergies, Incompatibilities with current medications, frequency of refills, etc. • Interpret prescription orders, to include exercising professional judgment in determining whether to dispense a particular prescription, taking into account patient safety and legal limitations. • Adhere to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations • Adhere to all applicable guidelines for compounding • Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed • Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, etc. • Evaluate inventory levels and place orders when below par • On exception items, look up most cost-effective product to order • Notify customer/facility if product is out of stock and when the order can be filled • Restock station supplies as needed - vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc. • Oversee the work of all technicians and give feedback to their supervisor regarding their performance • Log all error medication occurrences • Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed Education and/or Certifications: • Bachelor's Degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD. required • State Pharmacist License required without restrictions Skills and Qualifications: • 1+ years of related experience • Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred/required • Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines • Ability to solve problems with minimal direction • Great attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines • Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate • Medical consulting experience preferred Work Environment: • Ability to work flexible hours What We Offer: Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.” Compensation & Financial • Competitive pay • 401(k) with company match Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only) • Medical, Dental and Vision • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts • Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability • Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellbeing • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund) Time Off • Paid holidays and sick days • Generous vacation benefits based on years of service The Guardian Difference Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs. Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location. Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment. At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.

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