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Clinical Pharmacist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in pharmacy. Australian pharmacists can secure indefinitely renewable two-year work authorization without entering a lottery, making U.S. hospital systems, retail chains, and clinical settings accessible with the right employer and credentials.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Join Massachusetts General Hospital’s dynamic team of Internal Medicine and Surgery Clinical Pharmacists and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day! In this decentralized clinical pharmacist role, you will work directly within patient care areas and partner closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for a diverse inpatient population. Key responsibilities include participating in patient care rounds, making therapeutic recommendations, answering complex drug information questions, responding to hospital emergencies, and delivering a wide range of clinical interventions for admitted patients. Beyond direct patient care, this role offers the opportunity to shape institutional practice by contributing to policy development, workflow optimization, and clinical program advancement. At MGH, we are committed to supporting your professional growth, fostering continuous learning, and helping you build a rewarding long-term career in clinical pharmacy.
Clinical Pharmacists assume responsibility and accountability for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. Clinical Pharmacists proficiently provide direct patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy operational services with physicians, nurses, and other hospital personnel to deliver optimal medication therapy to patients with a broad range of disease states. These clinicians are aligned with target interdisciplinary programs and specialty services to deliver medication therapy management and to ensure pharmaceutical care programs are appropriately integrated throughout the institution. Pharmaceutical care services include, but are not limited to, assessing patient needs, incorporating age and disease specific characteristics into drug therapy and patient education, adjusting care according to patient response, and providing clinical interventions to detect, mitigate, and prevent medication adverse events. Clinical Pharmacists serve as departmental resources and liaisons to other departments, hospital personnel, or external groups. They proficiently manage the appropriate use of medications according to professional and regulatory standards. They also conduct practice-related research and patient care, quality, and regulatory compliance initiatives designed to improve medication-use processes or pharmacy practice. Finally, Clinical Pharmacists provide medication and practice-related education/training and actively serve as preceptors for pharmacy residents and Doctor of Pharmacy students.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
- Must be eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Board Certification by examination, or equivalent certification, in the relevant specialty is preferred, required within 18 months of hiring
PREFERRED:
- Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY1 and PGY2 Internal Medicine or Pharmacotherapy Pharmacy Residency or Fellowship preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient
- Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs
- Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures
- Works relatively independently
- Participates in department quality improvement efforts
- Participates in the training of medical, nursing and allied health professionals
- Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license
- Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution
- Attention to detail
- Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
55 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$127000 - $169,079.04/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Join Massachusetts General Hospital’s dynamic team of Internal Medicine and Surgery Clinical Pharmacists and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day! In this decentralized clinical pharmacist role, you will work directly within patient care areas and partner closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for a diverse inpatient population. Key responsibilities include participating in patient care rounds, making therapeutic recommendations, answering complex drug information questions, responding to hospital emergencies, and delivering a wide range of clinical interventions for admitted patients. Beyond direct patient care, this role offers the opportunity to shape institutional practice by contributing to policy development, workflow optimization, and clinical program advancement. At MGH, we are committed to supporting your professional growth, fostering continuous learning, and helping you build a rewarding long-term career in clinical pharmacy.
Clinical Pharmacists assume responsibility and accountability for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. Clinical Pharmacists proficiently provide direct patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy operational services with physicians, nurses, and other hospital personnel to deliver optimal medication therapy to patients with a broad range of disease states. These clinicians are aligned with target interdisciplinary programs and specialty services to deliver medication therapy management and to ensure pharmaceutical care programs are appropriately integrated throughout the institution. Pharmaceutical care services include, but are not limited to, assessing patient needs, incorporating age and disease specific characteristics into drug therapy and patient education, adjusting care according to patient response, and providing clinical interventions to detect, mitigate, and prevent medication adverse events. Clinical Pharmacists serve as departmental resources and liaisons to other departments, hospital personnel, or external groups. They proficiently manage the appropriate use of medications according to professional and regulatory standards. They also conduct practice-related research and patient care, quality, and regulatory compliance initiatives designed to improve medication-use processes or pharmacy practice. Finally, Clinical Pharmacists provide medication and practice-related education/training and actively serve as preceptors for pharmacy residents and Doctor of Pharmacy students.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
- Must be eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Board Certification by examination, or equivalent certification, in the relevant specialty is preferred, required within 18 months of hiring
PREFERRED:
- Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY1 and PGY2 Internal Medicine or Pharmacotherapy Pharmacy Residency or Fellowship preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient
- Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs
- Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures
- Works relatively independently
- Participates in department quality improvement efforts
- Participates in the training of medical, nursing and allied health professionals
- Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license
- Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution
- Attention to detail
- Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
55 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$127000 - $169,079.04/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Pharmacist
Verify your AHPRA credentials translate correctly
U.S. employers need proof your Australian pharmacy degree meets specialty occupation standards. Request an official credential evaluation confirming your Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD is equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree before any employer files your LCA.
Check whether employers hold NAPLEX reciprocity
Most U.S. states require foreign-trained pharmacists to pass NAPLEX and MPJE before practicing. Confirm your target state's licensure pathway early, some states allow provisional employment pending exam results, which affects your offer start date and E-3 visa filing timeline.
Target health systems with dedicated immigration support
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems like Kaiser, HCA, and VA medical centers regularly sponsor E-3 visas and have in-house HR teams familiar with the LCA filing process. Independent pharmacies rarely have this infrastructure, so prioritize institutional employers.
Use Migrate Mate to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
The LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment can be scheduled. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA submission, prevailing wage documentation, and DS-160 preparation so your employer isn't navigating unfamiliar compliance steps alone.
Frame your offer letter around specialty occupation criteria
The E-3 requires the role to normally require a degree in a specific field. Ask your employer to specify 'Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy required' in the offer letter, not 'preferred,' to avoid an LCA or consular officer questioning specialty occupation eligibility.
File your new LCA before your current E-3 expires
Changing employers or clinical settings voids your existing E-3. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp at a consulate. Plan at least eight to ten weeks for this process to avoid a gap in authorized employment.
E-3 Visa Clinical Pharmacist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Clinical Pharmacist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the dedicated search tool for finding Clinical Pharmacist roles where employers are open to E-3 visa sponsorship. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type or flag which health systems have sponsored E-3 workers before. Searching through Migrate Mate connects you directly to employers already familiar with the E-3 process, which significantly reduces the back-and-forth around sponsorship eligibility.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Clinical Pharmacist role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Clinical Pharmacist positions require a Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD as a standard entry requirement, which meets the DOL's specialty occupation definition. USCIS and consular officers consistently recognize pharmacy as a qualifying field. The key is ensuring your offer letter specifies the degree requirement explicitly, not as a preference, to avoid any ambiguity during the LCA certification or visa interview.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian pharmacists?
The E-3 is substantially more practical for Australian pharmacists than the H-1B visa. There's no annual lottery, so your employer can file an LCA and you can attend a consulate appointment on a predictable timeline rather than waiting to see if you're selected. The E-3 also renews indefinitely in two-year increments, whereas H-1B extensions require additional USCIS filings. For Australians, the E-3 is the direct path.
Can I work as a Clinical Pharmacist on E-3 while waiting for state licensure?
This depends on the state. Some states issue temporary or provisional pharmacy licenses that permit supervised practice while your NAPLEX application is pending. Your E-3 visa can be approved before you hold full licensure, but your employer must ensure your actual work duties comply with state pharmacy board rules. Confirm your target state's provisional practice rules with its pharmacy board before accepting an offer.