Compensation & Benefits

Expand your skills, improve your resume, and enjoy competitive benefits as a pharmacy resident at Essentia Health-St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd, Minnesota.

Pharmacy Residency Benefits

As a pharmacy resident, you’ll receive:

  • An annual stipend of $50,000
  • Free parking
  • Health and dental insurance
  • Paid time off equal to a 1.0 FTE pharmacist
  • Two white coats
  • Reimbursement of membership dues for American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and Minnesota Society of Health-System Pharmacists (MSHP)
  • Travel allowance and professional days for the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting, MSHP Midyear Clinical Meeting, and Midwest Pharmacy Residency Conference

About the Brainerd Lakes Area

The Brainerd Lakes Area is in the heart of Minnesota, approximately two hours north of the Twin Cities. Take advantage of our abundant lakes and proximity to the Mississippi River to enjoy recreational opportunities like:

  • Boating and fishing
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Hiking trails
  • Shopping
  • Skiing
  • Snowmobiling