Staff Pharmacist Jobs in Iowa

Staff Pharmacist jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City, where health systems like UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and MercyOne anchor most of the hiring activity across retail, hospital, and clinical settings. Demand is consistent at every level from new-graduate PharmD to experienced clinical pharmacist, with the strongest openings in acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care pharmacy. Iowa's stable healthcare infrastructure keeps staff pharmacist hiring steady relative to many midwestern markets. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerWalmart
Top cityAmes, IA
Cities hiring24
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail

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CVS Health
Ames, Iowa
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Project Management
$60 - $73/hr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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CVS Health
Marion, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$60 - $73/hr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Walmart
Osceola, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$47.12 - $82.69/hr
High school
10,000+

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CVS Health
Iowa City, Iowa
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Program Management
$60 - $73/hr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Walmart
Sioux City, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$98k - $172k/yr
High school
10,000+

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Staff Pharmacist Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Ames
2 jobs
Sioux City
2 jobs
Cedar Rapids
2 jobs
Pella
1 job
Marion
1 job
Dubuque
1 job
Le Mars
1 job
Osceola
1 job
Atlantic
1 job

Staff Pharmacist Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Walmart13
  • CVS Health7
  • MercyOne2
  • Sam's Club1
  • Kingsley Drug1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in staff pharmacist jobs across Iowa.

  • Active Iowa pharmacist license issued by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
  • Passed North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination and Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination
  • Experience with pharmacy dispensing software such as Epic or Cerner
  • Ability to verify prescriptions, counsel patients, and supervise pharmacy technicians
  • Strong knowledge of drug interactions, compounding protocols, and Iowa controlled substance regulations

Staff Pharmacist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a staff pharmacist in Iowa?

You must hold an active Iowa pharmacist license issued by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy before you can practice. Licensure requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program, passing the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination, and passing the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination with Iowa law content. You then register with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy and maintain the license through continuing education every two years.

How much do staff pharmacists make in Iowa?

Staff pharmacists in Iowa earn a median of about $138,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $117,450 for the lowest 10% to over $164,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire staff pharmacists in Iowa?

Iowa staff pharmacist roles are posted by Walmart, CVS Health, and MercyOne and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's largest health systems, regional grocery pharmacy chains, and long-term care networks are consistently among the most active employers in the state.

Which Iowa cities have the most staff pharmacist jobs?

Ames, Sioux City, and Cedar Rapids account for the largest share of staff pharmacist openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives volume as the state's largest metro and headquarters for major health systems and retail pharmacy networks, while Iowa City's openings are anchored by University of Iowa Health Care, one of the largest academic medical centers in the region.

Are there remote staff pharmacist jobs in Iowa?

Yes, but they're rare. Most staff pharmacist roles require on-site dispensing, patient counseling, and direct oversight of pharmacy technicians, which limits remote options significantly. About 0% of staff pharmacist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are typically in telepharmacy, drug utilization review, or clinical documentation roles rather than traditional dispensing.

How can I get hired as a staff pharmacist in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a pharmacy residency program, and several Iowa employers run PGY-1 programs open to new PharmD graduates, including University of Iowa Health Care and UnityPoint Health. Candidates without residency experience often start as pharmacy interns or pharmacy technicians at regional health systems or large retail chains while completing licensure requirements. Holding an active Iowa pharmacist license and completing ACPE-accredited continuing education in acute or ambulatory care gives new graduates a clear edge in a competitive applicant pool.

Where can I find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across health systems, retail, and long-term care settings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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