PharmServ
(515) 334-4293 Apply Now
Des Moines, Iowa -- Nationwide
Pharmacist verifying prescription at hospital pharmacy

Your pharmacy, fully staffed.

The pharmacy staffing agency. PRN, temp, travel, and direct-hire pharmacists and technicians -- placed nationwide by pharmacists who know the difference.

Pharmacy Staffing Since 2006 50 States Covered
/ 01 Our Philosophy [ 01 ]
Pharmacist consulting with patient

"PharmServ understood what I needed from day one. Real pharmacists who get it."

Verified Pharmacist

" Pharmacy staffing done right means understanding every shift, every license, every patient interaction. "

Founded by pharmacists who knew a competent practitioner when they saw one. We do not just fill shifts. We match expertise to setting.

Hospital pharmacy interior

50 States Served Since 2006

Our Story
Pharmacy Impact

97%

Fill rate across all pharmacy shifts. When you call, we deliver.

PRN Coverage
88%
Direct-Hire Retention
95%
/ 01 Services

Pharmacy staffing for every need.

Clean organized hospital pharmacy interior

PRN Shift Coverage

On-Demand

Most Requested
Vacancy Coverage
Sick Calls
Holiday Shifts
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PRN Shift Coverage

Daily, weekly, or monthly shift coverage for pharmacists and certified pharmacy technicians. Available on-demand for vacancies, sick calls, holidays, and hard-to-fill 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Apply for PRN
Highest demand
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Temporary Assignments

Short-term and long-term placements across retail, hospital, LTC, and more.

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Travel Pharmacist

Regional and nationwide travel with mileage, lodging, and per diem included.

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Direct-Hire Recruiting

Permanent placement with full screening, credentialing, and placement process.

How It Works

Simple process, fast results.

Whether you need a pharmacist or need to be one, we make it easy.

Verified

Register and Apply

Complete a quick application. Licensed Pharm.D., B.S. Pharm., or certified technician -- we verify your credentials fast.

Get Matched

We match your license, availability, and preferences with open positions. Pharmacist-founded screening means better fits.

Avg. Fill Time 24hr

Start Working

Choose your shifts, set your schedule, and get to work. We handle payroll, insurance, taxes, and all the paperwork.

Current Openings

Active pharmacy positions available now. New assignments added daily.

PRN Des Moines, IA

PRN Pharmacist -- Retail

Flexible PRN shifts at a high-volume retail pharmacy. Daytime and evening availability. Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay.

Posted 2 days ago View Details
Travel Omaha, NE

Travel Pharmacist -- Hospital

13-week travel assignment at a regional hospital. IV admixture experience preferred. Mileage, lodging, and per diem included.

Posted 5 days ago View Details
Temp Cedar Rapids, IA

Temp Pharmacist -- Long-Term Care

4-8 week temporary coverage at a long-term care pharmacy. Med pass experience helpful. Full-time hours with benefits eligible.

Posted 1 week ago View Details
PRN Des Moines, IA

PRN Pharmacy Technician

Certified pharmacy technician needed for PRN retail coverage. Flexible scheduling. Biweekly direct deposit. Must hold current Iowa CPhT.

Posted 3 days ago View Details
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Why PharmServ

Nineteen years of pharmacy expertise, one focus.

Founded in 2006 by licensed pharmacists who understood what a competent pharmacist looks like in ways no general staffing recruiter can. We staff pharmacists. We are pharmacists. Iowa Pharmacy Association endorsed. Targeted Small Business certified. Pharmacy-exclusive since day one.

Pharmacist team at work

+19

Years of pharmacy staffing. Nothing else. No nursing. No therapy. Pharmacy only.

50

States served. From Des Moines to both coasts and everywhere between.

Specialties

Every pharmacy setting, covered.

Our pharmacists and technicians are experienced across the full spectrum of pharmacy practice. We match the right professional to the right setting.

IV Admixtures

Sterile compounding and IV admixture services for hospital pharmacy departments.

Long-Term Care

LTC pharmacy staffing with med pass experience and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Home Infusion

Specialized home infusion pharmacists for patient-centered care coordination.

Hospital

Hospital pharmacy coverage from admissions to discharge, across all shift schedules.

Retail Pharmacy

High-volume retail pharmacy staffing with immunization-certified pharmacists. Our most requested specialty.

Immunizations

Immunization-certified pharmacists ready for flu season, COVID boosters, and travel vaccines.

Specialized Compounding

Compounding pharmacists with clean-room experience and USP compliance training.

Behavioral Health

Pharmacists experienced in psychiatric pharmacy and behavioral health facility operations.

Community Pharmacy

Independent community pharmacy coverage with patient counseling and MTM expertise.

Closed-Door Pharmacy

Closed-door pharmacy operations for long-term care and institutional fulfillment settings.

Government & VA

Pharmacists credentialed for VA medical centers, military facilities, and federal health programs.

Mail Order & Specialty

Mail order and specialty pharmacy staffing for high-volume fulfillment and patient support programs.

/ 02 For Employers [ 02 ]

Coverage when you need it. Screening included. HR handled.

One call gets you a verified, licensed pharmacist or certified technician. We handle credentialing, background checks, payroll, taxes, workers comp, and malpractice insurance. You get a competent professional who can walk in and work from day one. No training required. No HR headaches. Just coverage.

PRN Coverage Temp Staffing Direct Hire Travel HR Admin

Need coverage now?

Pharmacy managers in crisis pick up the phone.
Call (515) 334-4293
Pharmacy manager at work
Avg. Response
24hr
Fill Rate
97%
/ 05 Testimonials

Trusted by pharmacists and pharmacies.

Pharmacist professional
"PharmServ gave me the flexibility I needed. I choose my shifts, I choose my settings. After burning out in a full-time retail role, PRN staffing was exactly what I needed to rediscover why I became a pharmacist."
Dr. Sarah M., Pharm.D.
PRN Pharmacist, Des Moines
Pharmacy manager
"We had a pharmacist call in sick at 6 AM. By 8 AM, PharmServ had a verified, licensed pharmacist at our door. No other agency understands pharmacy regulations like they do. They screen for competence, not just credentials."
Michael R.
Pharmacy Owner, Iowa City
Pharmacy technician
"As a CPhT working toward my Pharm.D., the PRN schedule lets me earn while I learn. Biweekly direct deposit, no surprises. PharmServ treats their techs with the same respect as their pharmacists."
Jessica T., CPhT
Pharmacy Technician, Ankeny

Testimonials shown are representative placeholders. Actual testimonials will be collected from PharmServ network members.

Earn rewards through referrals.

Submit a Referral

Refer a Pharmacist

Know a licensed pharmacist looking for flexible work? Refer them to PharmServ and earn a bonus when they complete their first assignment. Your colleagues get schedule freedom. You get rewarded.

Cash Bonus

Per successful placement

Refer a Tech or Intern

Certified pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students are in high demand. Refer a CPhT or intern and earn when they start their first shift. Help build the next generation of pharmacy professionals.

Cash Bonus

Per successful placement

Refer a Pharmacy

Refer a pharmacy or healthcare facility that needs staffing. When they sign on, you earn a referral bonus and they get pharmacy-exclusive coverage from the best in the business.

Statistics

Pharmacy Staffing, Simplified.

Since 2006, PharmServ has connected pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with facilities that need them. Pharmacy-exclusive focus. Pharmacists who understand pharmacy.

19+

Years in Business

Pharmacy-exclusive staffing since 2006. Nineteen years of nothing but pharmacy.

50

States Served

Nationwide coverage from our Des Moines headquarters. Licensed and connected everywhere.

24hr

Average Response

From your call to a verified pharmacist at your door. Coverage when you need it yesterday.

100%

Pharmacy Focused

Not a general healthcare staffing agency. Pharmacy is our entire business. No nursing. No therapy.

/ 06 FAQ

Common Questions

Coverage Availability High Demand
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How do I apply?

Complete our online application with your license information, availability, and preferred practice settings. We verify credentials within 24 hours and begin matching you with open positions immediately. No fees for applicants.

How long are assignments?

PRN shifts can be a single day or recurring weekly. Temporary assignments range from 2 weeks to 6 months. Travel assignments are typically 13 weeks. Direct-hire is permanent placement. You choose what fits your life.

Am I locked into a commitment?

PRN work has no minimum commitment. You pick up shifts when you want them. Temporary and travel assignments have defined end dates with clear terms upfront. No surprises, no hidden obligations.

How does pay work? What about taxes?

Pharmacists and technicians are W-2 employees of PharmServ. We handle all tax withholdings, unemployment insurance, and workers compensation. Biweekly direct deposit. Competitive hourly rates vary by setting and location.

Do you cover travel expenses?

Travel pharmacist assignments include mileage reimbursement, drivetime compensation, lodging, and per diem. We handle all the logistics so you can focus on the work. Rates and details are clearly outlined before every assignment.

What areas do you cover?

We serve all 50 states. Our deepest networks are in Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana where we have 19 years of relationship capital. Travel assignments extend nationwide. PRN coverage is strongest in the Midwest.

Get In Touch

Let's Find Your
Perfect Match

Whether you are a pharmacist looking for your next shift or a pharmacy that needs coverage, we are ready to talk. Call, email, or fill out the form. We respond within 24 hours.

(515) 334-4293 info@pharmservstaffing.com
4225 Fleur Dr Ste 118, Des Moines, IA 50321

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/ 08 Location

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4225 Fleur Dr Ste 118, Des Moines, IA 50321