High-paying pharmacy jobs in Des Moines

Pharmacy involves preparing and dispensing medications while ensuring patient safety. Pharmacists also provide health consultations. Strong communication, attention to detail, and knowledge of medications are vital in this profession.


The 106 pharmacy jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $33,135 and $154,000 per year. Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacist and Certified Pharmacy Technician are among the most popular high-paying roles in Des Moines, IA.

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Updated Oct 29, 2026
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Des Moines, IA
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Job openings (Des Moines)

Pharmacist

Des Moines

$154,000 per year

Iowa

$137,278 per year

Clinical Pharmacist

Des Moines

$152,223 per year

Iowa

$134,425 per year

Pharmacy Manager

Des Moines

$122,359 per year

Iowa

$105,669 per year

Staff Pharmacist

Des Moines

$121,988 per year

Iowa

$138,205 per year

Pharmacy Specialist

Des Moines

$120,293 per year

Iowa

$122,551 per year

Pharmacy Intern

Des Moines

$24.85 per hour

Iowa

$27.31 per hour

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Des Moines

$19.37 per hour

Iowa

$23.19 per hour

Pharmacy Technician Intern

Des Moines

$18.90 per hour

Iowa

$20.06 per hour

Pharmacy Technician

Des Moines

$18.27 per hour

Iowa

$19.26 per hour

Medication Manager

Des Moines

$16.57 per hour

Iowa

$17.90 per hour

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