Pharmacist (Part-Time)
Listed compensation
$54.47-$72.68/hr
The week · per this postingWeekdays only
Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.
Job Description
Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.
One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.
We're looking for a part-time Pharmacist to join our team! This role supports our Animal Health business; you'll be working closely with our internal teams and veterinarian clients!
No weekends, no evenings, no holidays!
Roles and Responsibilities
- Compliant Prescription Processing
- Ensure all prescriptions dispensed meet all federal, state and local regulatory requirements
- Provide constructive feedback to maintain safe and efficient prescription processing -
- Validate accuracy of all prescriptions and follow up on any discrepancies in the prescription filling process
- Maintain secure, clean and safe pharmacy/warehouse
- Business Planning
- Set direction and prioritize, allocate resources, set and meet deadlines -
- Problem solve through issues to identify, analyze and recommend solutions
- Status regularly with manager to discuss business priorities and current operations
- Partner with sales team and leadership to maintain open lines of communication and resolve systematic issues
- Communicate with veterinarians and office staff to build strong working relationships
- People Management
- Encourage the growth of all employees through skill development
- Mentor staff, measure performance, and complete and/or provide input on performance reviews Resolve employee issues in an effective and consistent manner
- Motivate staff to perform at their highest level and recognize their achievements -
- Set direction and priority, define job roles, distribute workload and set deadlines
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an accredited school of pharmacy
Good Computer Skills with Various Applications
- Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience
- Attention to detail with ability to problem solve effectively
- Demonstrated success in prioritizing and time-management
- Superior service-orientation, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to take initiative, be self-motivated and an independent, accountable, dependent performer Current state Board of Pharmacy license with the ability to obtain reciprocal licenses in other states Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of pharmacy experience
- Background in veterinary pharmacy
Physical Demands
- Must be able to move product weighing up to 50 pounds onto conveyor belt up to 10 times per hour. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50 percent of the time
- Must be able to operate a keyboard and other machinery as necessary
- This position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity
Environmental Factors
This position requires low exposure to extreme hot/cold temperatures, high voltage, dirt or dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, hazardous chemicals and hazardous machinery. Working environment is a typical warehouse environment.
What's In It For You
- We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
- Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program
- 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
- LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)
Patterson Perks Program
The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.
$54.47 - $72.68
EEO Statement
Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
Key Responsibilities
The pharmacist will oversee compliant prescription processing, ensure regulatory adherence, and maintain a safe pharmacy environment. Additionally, the role involves business planning, collaborating with veterinary clients, and mentoring staff to ensure operational efficiency.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Pharm.D. and possess a current state Board of Pharmacy license. A minimum of 2 years of pharmacy experience is required, with a preference for those with a background in veterinary pharmacy.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 53% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$132k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $151k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in pharmacy | ranked against 10,140 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $113k–$151k | Pharmacy median $149k (middle half $141k–$156k)232 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$151k in purchasing power | Iowa index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Iowa | 148 active | 10,319 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% remote · 53% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist (Part-Time) at Patterson Companies a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,140 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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