About Lakewood
Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.
About the Team
The Pharmacy Department at Lakewood Health System provides comprehensive medication management services that support safe, effective, and cost-conscious drug therapy across inpatient and outpatient settings. The team works collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary partners to enhance patient outcomes, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote continuous quality improvement.
Mission for Position
To ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based medication therapy through collaborative clinical pharmacy services that support high-quality patient care and advance Lakewood Health System’s mission.
Position Summary
The Clinical Pharmacist plays a vital role in patient care by ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-conscious use of medications throughout the health system. This position combines direct clinical pharmacy services with operational oversight, working closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy. The Clinical Pharmacist monitors patient medication regimens, provides pharmacokinetic and drug information consults, supports antibiotic stewardship and nutrition services, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives. In addition, this role helps maintain regulatory compliance, supports pharmacy operations, and provides leadership and supervision to pharmacy support staff as needed.
Position Type
Full-time position, (0.8 - 1.0 FTE) located at the Main Campus. Schedule and on-call expectations may vary based on department needs.
QualificationsQualifications
- Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy
- Current licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Minnesota
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or a minimum of three (3) years of hospital pharmacy experience
Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrates strong clinical judgment in assessing medication safety, efficacy, and appropriateness
- Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively with physicians, nursing staff, patients, and interdisciplinary team
- Shows attention to detail in medication preparation, documentation, and regulatory compliance
- Prioritizes patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
- Thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment while managing multiple responsibilities
Benefits
Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!
- Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
- 401K Match
- Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
- Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
- Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!
With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!
A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.
If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-894-8524 or email [email protected].
Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?
>>>Contact Mark Carlson to discuss the possibilities further:
Mark Carlson, PharmD, 340B ACE, Director of Pharmacy
P: 218-894-8763
E: [email protected]
Disclaimer:
Job postings found on third-party websites may be outdated or no longer active. For the most accurate and up-to-date listing of career opportunities, and to apply directly, please visit our official website at www.lakewoodhealthsystem.com.
Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy
- Current Registered Pharmacist license in Minnesota
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree or at least three years of hospital pharmacy experience
What We Do
Lakewood Health System is an independent, rural healthcare provider in central Minnesota, comprising a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, primary care clinics, pharmacy, eye clinic, assisted living facilities, and a state-of-the-art cancer center. Its mission is to provide quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime to the communities it serves, focusing on integrity, compassion, and innovation.
