Working at Kilgore’s Medical Pharmacy
About Us
We are a community-oriented independent pharmacy with two retail locations in Columbia, MO, one retail location in Ashland, MO, and a long term care pharmacy. We also operate the Missouri Kidney Program pharmacy, where we provide prescription services to the program’s patients throughout the state of Missouri. We are continually involved within community activities to help support our patients and provide opportunities for our employees to be active in the community as well.
From April through October, employees can also flex their gardening muscles at the Kilgore’s Community Garden.
What Our Employees Say
“The owners and pharmacists truly care about their patients…it is a fantastic company.”
“This is a great company to work for and a great group of people.”
“The technicians and pharmacists are amazing to work with.”
“Made some of my best friends here.”
“Great place to work.”
Employee Perks
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
Medical
Two plan options: a traditional PPO plan with a low deductible and copays —OR— a High Deductible Health Plan option where the Pharmacy contributes throughout the year into a Health Savings Account and also allows members to put back pre-tax dollars for health care expenses for the entire family.
The Pharmacy pays over 85% of the employee-only premiums, provides an additional wellness discount each year for employees and spouses, and offers reimbursement for gym memberships.
Vision
The plan covers annual exams, frames, lenses, and contacts with low cost copays with additional savings on sunglasses and laser eye surgery.
Long Term Disability
The Pharmacy pays 100% of the premium for a Long Term Disability (LTD) policy for all full-time employees. It covers part of the employee’s earnings after 90 days of a qualifying disability until Social Security retirement age.
Short Term Disability
A voluntary Short Term Disability policy is also available to cover part of the employee’s earnings prior to when the Long Term Disability benefit becomes effective.
Our Mission Statement
Kilgore’s Medical Pharmacy exists to make the people of Mid-Missouri feel better through every interaction they have with us. We are building an organization of people with a passion for superior customer service. We work to make healthcare as affordable as possible. We strive to fill every order with accuracy, speed, honesty and integrity. We believe in doing the right thing and make decisions based on supporting our customers and our employees.
Our Core Values
Professionalism
Empathy
Courtesy
Respect
Trust
Teamwork
Strong Work Ethic
Community Involvement
Due to the dedication and outstanding health management of our employees, we were designated as one of the Healthiest Companies in America for 2016. Only 156 companies achieved this status! Eligible members in our Wellness Program receive discounted premiums and all participants receive a FREE annual health screening.
“ We believe in equal opportunity for all workers, regardless of age, and that 50+ workers should have a level playing field in their ability to compete for and obtain jobs. Recognizing the value of experienced workers, we pledge to recruit across diverse age groups and to consider all applicants on an equal basis as we hire for positions within our organization.” Click here to learn more about this pledge.
Kilgore’s Medical Pharmacy is committed to considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. To request accommodation for the application process, contact the Human Resources Manager at HR@kilgoresrx.com or 573-442-0194.