Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Minnesota
Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where large integrated health systems drive consistent year-round hiring at every level from new-graduate rotations to senior clinical specialist positions. M Health Fairview, Mayo Clinic, and Allina Health are among the most established employers in the state, with ongoing need across oncology, ambulatory care, and critical care pharmacy. Minnesota is one of the more active Midwest markets for clinical pharmacist roles, particularly in specialty pharmacy and transitions-of-care programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Lead and manage ongoing contract relationships, pharmacy benefit analysis and consultation delivery to clients. Collaborate in development of strategy as outward-facing, dedicated resources for assigned accounts, typically with direct client contact for large/complex accounts. Builds client relationships and serves as primary point of contact for overall and day-to-day service delivery for clinical pharmacy needs. Represents client(s) internally and coordinates with other functions to implement client systems, complete projects, and address ongoing pharmacy service needs.
The Clinical Consultant Account Pharmacist serves as the primary liaison between OptumRx clinical operations, professional practice, and clinical products for the consultant's assigned client base. The role provides clinical support for OptumRx account management, operations, information technology, and other internal departments. This individual is relied upon to provide proactive clinical recommendations, information regarding pharmacy trend, programs and industry changes to clients and to foster consultative relationships.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborates with clients to establish achievable but aggressive clinical program goals, including generic dispensing rate improvements, implementation of utilization management programs, improvement in medication adherence rates, improvements in therapy gaps for key chronic disease states, formulary compliance targets, and HEDIS & NCQA measures
- Provide superior clinical consultation and clinical account management with a focus on client satisfaction, client retention, and trend management
- Comprehends and effectively explains formulary and clinical program changes to clients
- Stays aware of and provides clinical market intelligence to clients
- Provides education for clients, pharmacists, members and physicians per contractual requirements
- Communicates drug information to clients and responds to plan-specific clinical inquiries
- Formulate and deliver client recommendations based on available data
- Identifies opportunities for clinical program up-sell
- Makes clinically sound recommendations to clients based on trend
- Routinely collaborating with account management to provide clinical aspects of client quarterly reviews
- Able to incorporate treatment & practice guidelines into client presentations including up-selling opportunities
- Ability to effectively manage client objections to new programs and required changes
- Manages/facilitates custom P&T committees for select clients
- Able to analyze & interpret benefit designs
- Clearly communicates analytical and reporting needs to supporting departments
- Identifies and creates opportunities to manage trend and add OptumRx products
- Supports sales and marketing including participating in sales activities, as needed based on criteria
- Helps clients be competitive within their market
- Identifies opportunities to increase efficiency
- Mentors clinical coordinators, as needed
- Ability to travel up to 10%
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD
- Active, unrestricted US state-specific pharmacist license
- 1+ years of client facing or clinical account management experience
- 1+ years of Health Plan experience
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook Willing or ability to travel up to 10%
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience giving formal presentations
- Experience in data analytics and drawing insights
- Experience in Rx Claim
- Experience in IQPR
- Experience in MediSpan
- Experience in Reporting 360
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Lead and manage ongoing contract relationships, pharmacy benefit analysis and consultation delivery to clients. Collaborate in development of strategy as outward-facing, dedicated resources for assigned accounts, typically with direct client contact for large/complex accounts. Builds client relationships and serves as primary point of contact for overall and day-to-day service delivery for clinical pharmacy needs. Represents client(s) internally and coordinates with other functions to implement client systems, complete projects, and address ongoing pharmacy service needs.
The Clinical Consultant Account Pharmacist serves as the primary liaison between OptumRx clinical operations, professional practice, and clinical products for the consultant's assigned client base. The role provides clinical support for OptumRx account management, operations, information technology, and other internal departments. This individual is relied upon to provide proactive clinical recommendations, information regarding pharmacy trend, programs and industry changes to clients and to foster consultative relationships.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborates with clients to establish achievable but aggressive clinical program goals, including generic dispensing rate improvements, implementation of utilization management programs, improvement in medication adherence rates, improvements in therapy gaps for key chronic disease states, formulary compliance targets, and HEDIS & NCQA measures
- Provide superior clinical consultation and clinical account management with a focus on client satisfaction, client retention, and trend management
- Comprehends and effectively explains formulary and clinical program changes to clients
- Stays aware of and provides clinical market intelligence to clients
- Provides education for clients, pharmacists, members and physicians per contractual requirements
- Communicates drug information to clients and responds to plan-specific clinical inquiries
- Formulate and deliver client recommendations based on available data
- Identifies opportunities for clinical program up-sell
- Makes clinically sound recommendations to clients based on trend
- Routinely collaborating with account management to provide clinical aspects of client quarterly reviews
- Able to incorporate treatment & practice guidelines into client presentations including up-selling opportunities
- Ability to effectively manage client objections to new programs and required changes
- Manages/facilitates custom P&T committees for select clients
- Able to analyze & interpret benefit designs
- Clearly communicates analytical and reporting needs to supporting departments
- Identifies and creates opportunities to manage trend and add OptumRx products
- Supports sales and marketing including participating in sales activities, as needed based on criteria
- Helps clients be competitive within their market
- Identifies opportunities to increase efficiency
- Mentors clinical coordinators, as needed
- Ability to travel up to 10%
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD
- Active, unrestricted US state-specific pharmacist license
- 1+ years of client facing or clinical account management experience
- 1+ years of Health Plan experience
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook Willing or ability to travel up to 10%
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience giving formal presentations
- Experience in data analytics and drawing insights
- Experience in Rx Claim
- Experience in IQPR
- Experience in MediSpan
- Experience in Reporting 360
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Clinical Pharmacist Job Market in Minnesota
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical pharmacist jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota pharmacist license or eligibility for Minnesota Board of Pharmacy licensure
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
- Completion of a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency or equivalent clinical experience
- Board certification such as BCPS, BCOP, or a specialty-specific credential preferred
- Demonstrated experience with electronic health records, particularly Epic
- Strong clinical documentation skills and ability to conduct patient counseling independently
Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical pharmacist in Minnesota?
You must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program and pass the NAPLEX and MPJE licensing exams, then apply for licensure through the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. Most clinical positions also expect completion of a PGY1 residency, and specialty roles often prefer a PGY2 or board certification. Minnesota pharmacists must maintain continuing education requirements to keep their license active.
How much do clinical pharmacists make in Minnesota?
Clinical pharmacists in Minnesota earn a median of about $159,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $98,150 for the lowest 10% to over $174,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical pharmacists in Minnesota?
Minnesota clinical pharmacist roles are posted by Optum, Fairview Health Services, and Hennepin Healthcare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's deep concentration of large integrated health systems means most openings come from hospital employers rather than retail or independent settings.
Which Minnesota cities have the most clinical pharmacist jobs?
Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Minnesota have the most clinical pharmacist openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities anchor the market because of the density of large health systems headquartered there, while Rochester draws significant demand from Mayo Clinic's clinical and research pharmacy operations, and Duluth supports openings through Essentia Health and St. Luke's.
Are there remote clinical pharmacist jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Most clinical pharmacist work is hands-on and tied to a specific patient care setting, which limits remote options. About 100% of clinical pharmacist openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The roles most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules are specialty pharmacy verification, medication therapy management consulting, and utilization review.
How can I get hired as a clinical pharmacist in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency, and Minnesota health systems including M Health Fairview, Allina Health, and HealthPartners run accredited residency programs that specifically develop new graduates for clinical roles. Candidates without residency experience can improve their position by pursuing board certification, gaining inpatient exposure through fourth-year APPE rotations at Minnesota sites, and targeting ambulatory care or pharmacy technician-to-pharmacist transition programs that large systems occasionally post.
Where can I find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your credentials and preferred practice setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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