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Hospital pharmacist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because the position requires at least a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Many health systems and hospital networks have active H-1B filing history, and the role's licensing requirements across states add a layer of planning most candidates underestimate.
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INTRODUCTION
With over 45 years of experience in helping hundreds of hospital and outpatient pharmacies, we provide access to best practice strategies and tactics to control costs, improve workflow and enhance safety. Cardinal Health Innovative Delivery Solutions is one of the largest employers of acute-care pharmacists in the United States. Cardinal Health is the employer of choice for pharmacists because we offer a variety of career opportunities in pharmacy leadership, clinical specialties, remote order entry, business management, medication therapy management and more.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a PRN Pharmacist position. This position is located in a Pharmacy managed by Cardinal Health. Pharmacy hours Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm, some on call.
Our Pharmacists provide pharmaceutical care services to the patients of the hospital including, but not limited to oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy as well as providing drug information, patient information and oversight of information and dispensing systems. The successful candidate will work with the team to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations as well as proper storage and documentation of pharmaceuticals. Staff pharmacists could supervise and direct support personnel. In the absence of the pharmacy manager, a staff pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and perform the duties of the pharmacy manager.
Responsibilities:
- Interprets medical orders (verbal and written) and transcribes to computerized patient medication profiles accurately. Maintains accurate, complete patient medication profiles.
- Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition products accurately.
- Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law.
- Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose.
- Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and drug dosing per organizational protocol.
- Reviews/interprets culture and susceptibility data for antibiotic appropriateness and recommends changes, as needed.
- Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Sustains the formulary by minimizing nonformulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
- Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff, as needed.
- Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.
- Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data; conducts quality monitors and inspections; and maintains logs, records, and other documentation as assigned.
- Participates in the development and presentation of orientation, education, and training programs to the pharmacy, medical, nursing, and other staffs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in pharmacy required, PharmD preferred
- 3+ years related pharmacy experience
- Currently licensed to practice pharmacy in State of opening or eligible to reciprocate
- In-patient hospital pharmacy experience is strongly preferred
- Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
- Strong customer service skills.
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects.
- Flexibility to work various shifts or overtime as needed.
- Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems.
- Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation.
- May require vendor credentialing
WHAT IS EXPECTED OF YOU AND OTHERS AT THIS LEVEL
- Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
- Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
- Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
- Applies judgment within defined parameters
- Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
- Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy
COMPENSATION
- Anticipated hourly range: $48.70 per hour - $71.70 per hour
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws
Application window anticipated to close: 5/10/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hospital Pharmacist
Verify your PharmD meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether a Hospital Pharmacist role requires a directly related degree. Review the O*NET occupation profile for this SOC code before applying so you can articulate the degree-to-role connection clearly in your petition.
Align your state license timeline with your H-1B start date
You can't practice in a new state without a pharmacist license, and most boards require a Social Security Number to issue one. Confirm the licensing board's processing window fits within your 60-day grace period or cap-gap authorization.
Target hospitals enrolled in E-Verify first
Employers enrolled in E-Verify are already set up for federal employment verification, which often signals familiarity with H-1B sponsorship workflows. Hospital systems that handle government contracts are required to use E-Verify and are often experienced sponsors.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to see which hospital employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for pharmacist roles. DOL LCA data shows actual filing history by occupation code, so you're targeting employers who have sponsored the exact role before.
Negotiate who covers the I-129 filing fee before signing
USCIS prohibits employers from passing the basic I-129 filing fee to H-1B workers. Confirm in writing before you sign an offer that the hospital is covering the base petition fee and any premium processing costs.
Check the prevailing wage for your hospital's county before accepting an offer
The DOL requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the prevailing wage for your specific work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for pharmacists in that county before evaluating any offer.
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Find Hospital Pharmacist JobsHospital Pharmacist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hospital Pharmacist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Hospital Pharmacist positions require a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and state licensure, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation standard. The role maps to a specific SOC code with a defined minimum degree requirement, making it one of the more straightforward healthcare occupations to support in an H-1B petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Hospital Pharmacists?
Large academic medical centers, nonprofit hospital systems, and multi-state health networks are the most active H-1B sponsors for pharmacist roles. Smaller community hospitals sponsor less frequently because the administrative cost of H-1B filing is harder to absorb. Search Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for pharmacist positions specifically.
How does state pharmacy licensure affect my H-1B petition timeline?
Your employer's I-129 petition can be filed before you're licensed, but you legally can't begin working until your state license is issued. If your license application requires a Social Security Number that you don't yet have, the gap between your H-1B start date and your license issuance date can delay your first day. Build this into your offer negotiation.
Can a Hospital Pharmacist change employers mid-H-1B using portability?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new hospital sponsor as soon as the new I-129 is filed, provided your original petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status for 180 days or more. The new role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification as the original approved petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for Hospital Pharmacist H-1B petitions?
The DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your job title and work location, determined by the OFLC Wage Search. Prevailing wage levels vary significantly by geography and experience tier, so the figure in your Labor Condition Application must reflect the county where you'll actually be working, not the hospital's headquarters.
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