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Relief Pharmacist jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers require a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, making the role a qualifying specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines. Because you fill temporary or rotating shifts across multiple sites, each worksite needs its own certified Labor Condition Application before you start working there.
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For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.
This job compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receipt of written, electronic or oral prescriptions from physicians or other qualified practitioners. Oversees the day-to-day activities of the technical and clerical pharmacy staff and, when the manager is absent, also serves as the manager on duty, and makes professionally appropriate decisions. Works with the clinical staff to manage the complex drug therapies of Specialty Medication and Transplant patients. Provides drug information and patient education to physicians, patients and other health care workers and maintains all minimum standards as designated by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Education
Required - Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
Work Experience
Required - Experience working with standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Experience working in a Retail / Community Pharmacy.
Certifications
Required - Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of Louisiana, or eligibility for licensure
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Job Duties
- Provides immunizations.
- Provides medication therapy management.
- Compounds and/or dispenses medications and other extemporaneous products for outpatients, while also reviewing, interpreting and clarifying prescriptions for accuracy.
- Provides information on drugs, their characteristics, dosages, indications, adverse reactions, etc. to medical staff.
- Oversees technical and clerical staff on a day to day basis as required in the preparations and delivery of medications.
- Actively participates in the planning and development of new projects and assists in developing/updating departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensures all licensures and certifications are up-to-date.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Work requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Work requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
There is potential to encounter hazardous medications and hazardous waste.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.
For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.
This job compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receipt of written, electronic or oral prescriptions from physicians or other qualified practitioners. Oversees the day-to-day activities of the technical and clerical pharmacy staff and, when the manager is absent, also serves as the manager on duty, and makes professionally appropriate decisions. Works with the clinical staff to manage the complex drug therapies of Specialty Medication and Transplant patients. Provides drug information and patient education to physicians, patients and other health care workers and maintains all minimum standards as designated by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Education
Required - Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
Work Experience
Required - Experience working with standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Experience working in a Retail / Community Pharmacy.
Certifications
Required - Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of Louisiana, or eligibility for licensure
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Job Duties
- Provides immunizations.
- Provides medication therapy management.
- Compounds and/or dispenses medications and other extemporaneous products for outpatients, while also reviewing, interpreting and clarifying prescriptions for accuracy.
- Provides information on drugs, their characteristics, dosages, indications, adverse reactions, etc. to medical staff.
- Oversees technical and clerical staff on a day to day basis as required in the preparations and delivery of medications.
- Actively participates in the planning and development of new projects and assists in developing/updating departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensures all licensures and certifications are up-to-date.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Work requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Work requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
There is potential to encounter hazardous medications and hazardous waste.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Relief Pharmacist
Verify your PharmD meets USCIS requirements
USCIS requires your pharmacy degree to be equivalent to a U.S. Doctor of Pharmacy. If you earned your degree outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before any employer begins your I-129 petition.
Search LCA filings for relief staffing pharmacies
Pharmacy staffing agencies and large health systems file LCAs for relief roles under SOC code 29-1051. Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify which employers have certified positions for your target metro, then focus your outreach there.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Target employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for pharmacist roles. Migrate Mate surfaces these employers by location and role so you can prioritize outreach toward organizations already set up to sponsor relief pharmacy positions.
Get a separate LCA for every worksite
Relief work often spans multiple hospitals or clinics. DOL requires a certified LCA for each worksite address. Confirm with your sponsoring employer that they will file separate LCAs before you rotate to any location not listed on your original petition.
Time your H-1B filing around license renewals
Your state pharmacy license must stay current throughout your H-1B status period. USCIS scrutinizes license validity during I-129 adjudication and extensions, so align your license renewal dates with your three-year status cycles to avoid petition delays.
Clarify cap-exempt status with hospital employers
Hospitals affiliated with a university or nonprofit research institution may qualify as cap-exempt employers, letting you file outside the annual H-1B cap. Ask HR whether the entity holds that status before assuming you must wait for the next selection cycle.
H-1B Visa Relief Pharmacist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Relief Pharmacist qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. A Doctor of Pharmacy degree is the standard minimum requirement for licensure and practice, which meets USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Because pharmacist roles require a specific, degree-level field of study, employers can sponsor relief positions under H-1B with confidence that the role qualifies. Your employer should document the degree requirement clearly in the LCA and I-129 supporting materials.
Can one H-1B petition cover relief shifts at multiple pharmacy locations?
No. Each distinct worksite address requires its own certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before you work there. This is a common issue in relief pharmacy because assignments rotate frequently. Your sponsoring employer must file and receive LCA certification for every location, including per-diem sites, prior to your first shift at each address.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for pharmacists?
Start by searching Migrate Mate, which lists U.S. employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for pharmacist roles, searchable by city. You can also use the OFLC Wage Search to look up certified LCA filings under SOC code 29-1051 and identify which health systems, hospital networks, and staffing agencies have sponsored positions in your target market.
Does my foreign pharmacy degree qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but USCIS requires your foreign degree to be equivalent to a U.S. Doctor of Pharmacy. You'll need a credential evaluation from a recognized NACES-member organization, and in most states you'll also need to pass the NAPLEX and MPJE for licensure. Your sponsoring employer will include the equivalency evaluation in the I-129 petition to satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation evidence requirements.
How long does H-1B status last for a Relief Pharmacist, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending PERM labor certification that has been filed for at least 365 days. Maintaining an active, valid state pharmacy license is required throughout your entire H-1B status period.