Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Georgia
Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Georgia are among the most actively hired in the Southeast, with strong demand across hospital systems, ambulatory care clinics, managed care, and retail pharmacy networks at every level from new graduate through senior clinical specialist. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta anchor the market, with major employers including Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Health, and WellStar Health System maintaining consistent clinical pharmacist pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are oncology, anticoagulation management, and transitions of care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Description:- Practices as a clinical pharmacist generalist in one or more patient care areas.
- Ensures appropriate therapy and institutional outcomes.
- Consistently provides patient-centered, interdisciplinary pharmaceutical care.
- Proactively reviews and processes orders accurately and efficiently.
- Prevents and/or resolves drug-related problems to ensure safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency by consulting with the ordering prescriber and appropriately documents.
- Performs daily in-depth patient profile review to assess, monitor and recommend appropriate drug therapy as applicable.
- Consistently evaluates, intervenes, and documents clinical interventions according to institutional protocols and guidelines.
- Accurately evaluates the usefulness of medical literature in optimizing evidenced based care.
- Monitors drug therapy regimens and makes recommendations or modifications per protocol.
- Utilizes system nomograms and other guidelines.
- Documents clinical activities and adverse drug events.
- Attends medical codes as applicable.
- Follows, maintains, and reinforces system policies and processes for proper dosing, storage, handling, dispensing, and/or administration of medications and compounded products.
- Handles conflict and problems, including ethical issues, constructively and appropriately.
- Appropriately engages with other clinical pharmacists and leadership as needed.
- Engages with other clinical pharmacists for complex clinical situations.
- Uses effective patient education materials and techniques for drug therapy, adverse effects, compliance, appropriate use, handling and drug administration education.
- Participates in coordination of transitions of care as appropriate.
- Responsible for service completion and patient satisfaction.
- Maintains clinical competency through licensure and departmental requirements.
- Serves as preceptor for pharmacy students or provides at least one educational in service annually.
- Precepts pharmacy students and residents as available. Assist in training of department of pharmacy and other disciplines.
- May participate in research and publication opportunities.
- Active engagement within departmental mentorship and collaboration programs.
- Recognizes process failures and actively engages in analysis and improvement efforts.
- Participates in at least one medication use evaluation or quality improvement project annually.
- Oversees the work performed by pharmacy students, technicians and pharmacists to ensure performance standards are maintained and work is in accordance with state, federal and organizational regulations.
- Documents adverse drug reactions and medication variances per policy.
- Follows, maintains, and reinforces medication use policies and processes to ensure financial medication stewardship.
- Supports cost-savings initiatives.
- Engages in review of medication insurance authorization status as applicable.
- Maintains understanding of 340b practices as applicable.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
- One year of relevant experience, Pharmacy Specialty Board certification or ASHP- Accredited Post Graduate Year 1 pharmacy residency preferred.
- One year of experience will be waived for candidates who have been employed as student/interns within the Emory Healthcare system.
- Eligible for Georgia Licensure. Candidate is required to be licensed in Georgia prior to official start date.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required within 90 days.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 6 months, if directly applicable to practice specialty.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
Where you matter as much as the work you do
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Description:- Practices as a clinical pharmacist generalist in one or more patient care areas.
- Ensures appropriate therapy and institutional outcomes.
- Consistently provides patient-centered, interdisciplinary pharmaceutical care.
- Proactively reviews and processes orders accurately and efficiently.
- Prevents and/or resolves drug-related problems to ensure safety, efficacy, and cost-efficiency by consulting with the ordering prescriber and appropriately documents.
- Performs daily in-depth patient profile review to assess, monitor and recommend appropriate drug therapy as applicable.
- Consistently evaluates, intervenes, and documents clinical interventions according to institutional protocols and guidelines.
- Accurately evaluates the usefulness of medical literature in optimizing evidenced based care.
- Monitors drug therapy regimens and makes recommendations or modifications per protocol.
- Utilizes system nomograms and other guidelines.
- Documents clinical activities and adverse drug events.
- Attends medical codes as applicable.
- Follows, maintains, and reinforces system policies and processes for proper dosing, storage, handling, dispensing, and/or administration of medications and compounded products.
- Handles conflict and problems, including ethical issues, constructively and appropriately.
- Appropriately engages with other clinical pharmacists and leadership as needed.
- Engages with other clinical pharmacists for complex clinical situations.
- Uses effective patient education materials and techniques for drug therapy, adverse effects, compliance, appropriate use, handling and drug administration education.
- Participates in coordination of transitions of care as appropriate.
- Responsible for service completion and patient satisfaction.
- Maintains clinical competency through licensure and departmental requirements.
- Serves as preceptor for pharmacy students or provides at least one educational in service annually.
- Precepts pharmacy students and residents as available. Assist in training of department of pharmacy and other disciplines.
- May participate in research and publication opportunities.
- Active engagement within departmental mentorship and collaboration programs.
- Recognizes process failures and actively engages in analysis and improvement efforts.
- Participates in at least one medication use evaluation or quality improvement project annually.
- Oversees the work performed by pharmacy students, technicians and pharmacists to ensure performance standards are maintained and work is in accordance with state, federal and organizational regulations.
- Documents adverse drug reactions and medication variances per policy.
- Follows, maintains, and reinforces medication use policies and processes to ensure financial medication stewardship.
- Supports cost-savings initiatives.
- Engages in review of medication insurance authorization status as applicable.
- Maintains understanding of 340b practices as applicable.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
- One year of relevant experience, Pharmacy Specialty Board certification or ASHP- Accredited Post Graduate Year 1 pharmacy residency preferred.
- One year of experience will be waived for candidates who have been employed as student/interns within the Emory Healthcare system.
- Eligible for Georgia Licensure. Candidate is required to be licensed in Georgia prior to official start date.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required within 90 days.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 6 months, if directly applicable to practice specialty.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical pharmacist jobs across Georgia.
- Active pharmacist license issued or recognized by the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
- Completion of PGY1 pharmacy practice residency or equivalent clinical experience
- Board certification such as BCPS, BCOP, or BCACP preferred for specialist roles
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems, particularly Epic or Cerner
- Strong medication therapy management and patient counseling skills in clinical settings
Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical pharmacist in Georgia?
To become a clinical pharmacist in Georgia, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, pass the NAPLEX and MPJE licensing exams, and obtain an active license from the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy. Most clinical roles additionally expect completion of a PGY1 residency and often a PGY2 specialty residency. Board certification through BPS, such as BCPS or BCOP, strengthens candidacy for hospital and specialty positions.
How much do clinical pharmacists make in Georgia?
Clinical pharmacists in Georgia earn a median of about $137,120 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $100,950 for the lowest 10% to over $170,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical pharmacists in Georgia?
Employers hiring clinical pharmacists in Georgia right now include Emory Healthcare, Wellstar Health System, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems and Veterans Affairs medical centers consistently post clinical pharmacist openings across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty care settings.
Which Georgia cities have the most clinical pharmacist jobs?
Atlanta, Macon, and Augusta have the most clinical pharmacist openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its concentration of major health systems like Emory, Piedmont, and WellStar, while Augusta benefits from its academic medical community anchored by Augusta University Health, and Savannah draws openings through Memorial Health and growing outpatient networks along the coast.
Are there remote clinical pharmacist jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they are less common than in most fields because clinical pharmacist work is largely patient-facing and site-dependent. About 50% of clinical pharmacist openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. The roles most likely to be remote are utilization management, drug utilization review, and medication therapy management positions within managed care or pharmacy benefit organizations.
How can I get hired as a clinical pharmacist in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency at a Georgia hospital system such as Emory Healthcare, Grady Memorial, or Augusta University Medical Center, which are designed specifically for new PharmD graduates. Candidates without residency experience can target staff pharmacist or clinical support roles and pursue lateral moves into clinical positions over time. Holding an active Georgia pharmacy license and a BCPS or intern certification significantly improves candidacy for entry-level clinical openings.
Where can I find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty focus and apply directly from each listing.
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