CPT Staff Pharmacist Jobs
Staff Pharmacist roles sit at the intersection of clinical knowledge and patient care, making them a strong CPT match for pharmacy students whose programs require supervised practice hours. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must tie directly to your PharmD curriculum. Most positions qualify as full-time CPT.
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Altru Hospital
1200 South Columbia Road
Grand Forks, ND 58201
Pay Range: $16.26 - $24.38
Summary
Hospital Pharmacist Educational Sponsorship
At Altru, we continue to invest in our commitment to provide both an exceptional patient experience and employee experience. Whether through new technologies, our supportive environment, or a shared commitment to getting better every day, everything we do at Altru is for one another.
Program Highlights
- 100% Tuition Coverage: Altru will pay full tuition for eligible pharmacy students, beginning as early as the third year of pharmacy school.
- Employment Commitment: Sponsored students will commit to working at Altru as a full-time Pharmacist for three years following completion of residency.
- Limited Availability: Sponsorships are limited and awarded on a competitive basis.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a 3rd or 4th-year pharmacy student.
- Must maintain continuous full-time enrollment through graduation.
- Must provide proof of ongoing enrollment (e.g., transcript) and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to remain eligible.
- Must work on a casual basis at Altru as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern during the sponsorship period.
- Tuition payments will be made directly to NDSU on behalf of the student.
The Pharmacist Student (PharmD Candidate or Pharmacist Intern) performs all essential functions throughout the pharmacy. The student coordinates delivery of controlled and non-controlled medications throughout the organization. Performs inventory control and maintenance, as well as assists pharmacists and pharmacy technicians as needed. The pharmacy student may also be asked to provide patient consultation, as required by the pharmacist, and other patient-care activities. Pharmacy Students are responsible for record-keeping and other clerical and environmental duties within the pharmacy.
Essential Job Functions:
- Rotates through all work areas of the pharmacy.
- Coordinates automated and non-automated medications dispensing systems and cart fill activities to provide efficient medication inventory control.
- Compounds pharmaceutical products such as ointments, creams and other medications according to rules and regulations.
- Responsible for sterile compounding activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
- Completes pharmacist-supervised clinic duties as allowed by licensure and as assigned by the supervising pharmacist.
- Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Certification:
- Intern License | North Dakota Board of Pharmacy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
- Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Language Requirements:
This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
Physical Demands:
- Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
- Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
- Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
- Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
- Crawl: Rarely (1-4%)
- Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
- See: Continuously (67-100%)
- Hear: Continuously (67-100%)
Weight Demands:
- Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
- Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
- Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
- Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions:
- Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
- Outdoor: Not Applicable
- Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable
Driving Requirement Definitions:
- Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
- Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
- Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
- Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
Driving Requirement for this position:
Occasional Driver
Reference ID: R6650
Making a real difference. For one another.
To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.
At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.
Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO).
Location:
Altru Hospital
1200 South Columbia Road
Grand Forks, ND 58201
Pay Range: $16.26 - $24.38
Summary
Hospital Pharmacist Educational Sponsorship
At Altru, we continue to invest in our commitment to provide both an exceptional patient experience and employee experience. Whether through new technologies, our supportive environment, or a shared commitment to getting better every day, everything we do at Altru is for one another.
Program Highlights
- 100% Tuition Coverage: Altru will pay full tuition for eligible pharmacy students, beginning as early as the third year of pharmacy school.
- Employment Commitment: Sponsored students will commit to working at Altru as a full-time Pharmacist for three years following completion of residency.
- Limited Availability: Sponsorships are limited and awarded on a competitive basis.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a 3rd or 4th-year pharmacy student.
- Must maintain continuous full-time enrollment through graduation.
- Must provide proof of ongoing enrollment (e.g., transcript) and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to remain eligible.
- Must work on a casual basis at Altru as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern during the sponsorship period.
- Tuition payments will be made directly to NDSU on behalf of the student.
The Pharmacist Student (PharmD Candidate or Pharmacist Intern) performs all essential functions throughout the pharmacy. The student coordinates delivery of controlled and non-controlled medications throughout the organization. Performs inventory control and maintenance, as well as assists pharmacists and pharmacy technicians as needed. The pharmacy student may also be asked to provide patient consultation, as required by the pharmacist, and other patient-care activities. Pharmacy Students are responsible for record-keeping and other clerical and environmental duties within the pharmacy.
Essential Job Functions:
- Rotates through all work areas of the pharmacy.
- Coordinates automated and non-automated medications dispensing systems and cart fill activities to provide efficient medication inventory control.
- Compounds pharmaceutical products such as ointments, creams and other medications according to rules and regulations.
- Responsible for sterile compounding activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
- Completes pharmacist-supervised clinic duties as allowed by licensure and as assigned by the supervising pharmacist.
- Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Certification:
- Intern License | North Dakota Board of Pharmacy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
- Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Language Requirements:
This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
Physical Demands:
- Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
- Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
- Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
- Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
- Crawl: Rarely (1-4%)
- Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
- Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
- See: Continuously (67-100%)
- Hear: Continuously (67-100%)
Weight Demands:
- Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
- Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
- Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
- Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions:
- Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
- Outdoor: Not Applicable
- Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable
Driving Requirement Definitions:
- Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
- Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
- Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
- Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
Driving Requirement for this position:
Occasional Driver
Reference ID: R6650
Making a real difference. For one another.
To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.
At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.
Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO).
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Get Access To All JobsStaff Pharmacist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Pharmacist role qualify for CPT as an F-1 student?
Yes, if your PharmD program includes a clinical rotation, internship, or practice experience component that a Staff Pharmacist position directly satisfies. Your DSO makes the final determination. Roles in retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings all qualify in most programs, provided the job duties align with your required coursework and the employer can document the training relationship.
Can I work full-time as a Staff Pharmacist on CPT?
Full-time CPT is permitted, but using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If you plan to use OPT after graduation, keep full-time CPT under 12 cumulative months across your program. Part-time CPT of 20 hours or fewer per week does not affect your OPT eligibility regardless of duration.
What documents does the employer need to verify my CPT authorization?
You'll need to present your updated I-20 with the CPT authorization printed on page two, along with your F-1 visa and valid passport. Employers enrolled in E-Verify will also run your information through that system. Some hospital HR departments additionally request your enrollment verification letter, so carry that as well. CPT authorization is employer-specific and tied to your listed start date.
How do I find Staff Pharmacist employers who regularly hire F-1 students on CPT?
Migrate Mate lists Staff Pharmacist openings from employers with documented work-authorization experience, making it easier to identify sites that won't be caught off guard by CPT paperwork. Large pharmacy chains and health systems with structured internship programs are generally the most experienced with F-1 documentation and E-Verify compliance.
Does a Staff Pharmacist CPT position count toward state licensure hours?
It depends on your state board of pharmacy. In most states, hours worked under CPT in a licensed pharmacy setting do count toward the intern hours required for licensure, but the employer must hold an active pharmacy intern preceptor designation. Confirm with your state board and your employer's pharmacist-in-charge before relying on those hours for your license application.