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Supervisor Pharmacy - Retail Pharmacy

Sanford Health · Florence, WI · $70.00–$115.50 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you had to correct a technician or pharmacist who made a dispensing error.

What they are checking: Whether they address errors in a way that fixes the process and the behavior without creating a culture of hiding mistakes.

Tell me about a process you improved in a pharmacy. How did you know it worked?

What they are checking: Whether they look for better ways to work and measure results, not just keep the status quo running.

Why do you want to move into a supervisor role now?

What they are checking: Whether they want to lead people for the right reasons and understand that the job is mostly about the team.

What would you do

This role is mostly leadership, but you'll still fill in as a staff pharmacist. How do you balance those two jobs on a busy day?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead the team and keep the line moving without disappearing into verification all day.

Your controlled substance count is off at the end of the day. Walk me through what you do.

What they are checking: Whether they follow a careful, documented process for discrepancies and know when reporting is required.

A patient is upset because their prescription needs a prior authorization and they can't get it today. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can calm a frustrated patient, solve what can be solved, and be honest about what can't.

How would you handle a staff member who is technically strong but brings down team morale?

What they are checking: Whether they can address behavior directly and fairly, not just reward skill while the team suffers.

About the work

What regulatory requirements do you watch most closely in a retail pharmacy?

What they are checking: Whether they know controlled substance rules, record-keeping, counseling requirements and board of pharmacy expectations.

How do you set priorities for your team when the queue is long, the phones are ringing and there's a line at pickup?

What they are checking: Whether they can assign work and choose methods for the team, which the posting says is part of the job.

How do you use clinical judgment when you spot a drug interaction the prescriber didn't flag?

What they are checking: Whether they apply clinical expertise and contact prescribers confidently, which the posting calls advanced clinical expertise.

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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: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

 Compensation: Salary Range: $70.00 - $115.50

Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!

 Union Position: No

 Department Details Summary The Pharmacy Supervisor provides day-to-day work guidance for a team or work group in a shift and/or in the completion of tactical processes. Has an extensive understanding of process, operational, regulatory and technical requirements of related work areas. The Supervisor's primary role is formal leadership; however, may perform staff pharmacist duties according to the pharmacy's needs. Uses a combination of advanced clinical expertise and technical experience to provide direction. Job Description Works within well-defined procedures; uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors to solve basic problems; selects and prioritizes own and time of others. Selects methods, techniques, and analytical approach on behalf of the team to complete work. Follows established practices and procedures in analyzing most situations, data or processes from which answers can be readily obtained; may be required to interpret application of policies/procedures/technical methods for staff. Makes decisions autonomously and informs leadership of key decisions that have been made or actions that have been taken to keep leadership current on developments. Formalizes and operationalizes decisions; serves as liaison to areas impacted, educates others and socializes new processes to increase adoption of new practices. Closely manages a group of employees and provides day-to-day direction to staff. Requires a strong understanding of own work unit's capabilities. Motivates and empowers others, influences team decisions; supports negotiations and/or change initiatives through direct contributions. Decisions typically are related to schedule, plans and daily operations with individual contributions affecting daily operations and progress on small to medium-sized projects. Sets tactical plans for day-to-day activities that are guided by precedent with some interpretation and managing exceptions. Has latitude to balance work assignments of supervisees to manage workload. Resolves complex issues escalated by staff. Participates in the development of employees. Conducts performance reviews and provides input on direct reports for Human Resources decisions such as hiring, promotions and may include disciplinary actions. Collaborates with peers, health plan members, interdisciplinary team members, and leadership within the organization and in the community to identify and resolve complex challenges. May have ownership of special projects, including identifying problems, proposing recommendations, developing project plan, outlining processes, and implementing project plan. Anticipates potential problems and proposes solutions. Identifies areas of opportunity for improvement. Incorporates cross-team integration and collaboration to support project planning and implementation. May serve on or chair multiple committees. Aware of departmental budget targets and constraints, along with team's impact to achievement of financial goals. Accountable for expense management and quality and efficiency targets. Has discretion over limited expenditures for the work unit. Leads others in identifying improvements to work processes within compliance parameters; provides input on new approaches to improve efficiencies, safety, and customer or patient care, around routine work situations. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy. Five plus years of experience preferred. Must have a thorough knowledge of drugs and their actions; knowledge of state and local regulations. 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.