H-1B Visa Staff Pharmacist Jobs
Staff Pharmacist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Retail chains, hospital systems, and specialty pharmacies all file LCAs through DOL before sponsoring H-1B holders. Most employers file during the annual April cap season, making fall offer timelines critical for cap-subject candidates.
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Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!
At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.
Bring your flavor
Are you the pharmacist who knows your patients by name? Do they ask for you because you build meaningful relationships with them? Do you want to practice in a progressive setting where you can make an impact on patient care and be a part of your community? If so, this is the opportunity for you!
As a pharmacist with our company, you will be part of a team that is committed to providing direct patient care and wellness services. You will play a valuable role in disease state management, optimizing medication therapy, delivering outstanding patient-centered care and assisting in managing acute and chronic conditions.
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Main Responsibilities:
- Actively delivers patient care services
- Supervises pharmacy technicians, clerks and pharmacy interns
- Embrace and champion operational excellence, ensuring a safe and compliant environment
- Contribute actively to the company’s cultural initiatives that enhance overall success and sustainability
We are looking for candidates who possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or Pharm.D or equivalent FPGEC (NABP)
- Must have an active pharmacy license in state(s) of practice with all held licenses in good standing
- Certified Immunizer Required
- Ability to work a variety of schedules
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive Wages
- Flexible work schedules
- Associate discounts
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Vacation / Paid Time Off
- OPT, H-1B (H1B) & TN sponsorship or H1B visa transfers may be available
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
Pay Transparency:
Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
Why choose us?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!
At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.
Bring your flavor
Are you the pharmacist who knows your patients by name? Do they ask for you because you build meaningful relationships with them? Do you want to practice in a progressive setting where you can make an impact on patient care and be a part of your community? If so, this is the opportunity for you!
As a pharmacist with our company, you will be part of a team that is committed to providing direct patient care and wellness services. You will play a valuable role in disease state management, optimizing medication therapy, delivering outstanding patient-centered care and assisting in managing acute and chronic conditions.
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Main Responsibilities:
- Actively delivers patient care services
- Supervises pharmacy technicians, clerks and pharmacy interns
- Embrace and champion operational excellence, ensuring a safe and compliant environment
- Contribute actively to the company’s cultural initiatives that enhance overall success and sustainability
We are looking for candidates who possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or Pharm.D or equivalent FPGEC (NABP)
- Must have an active pharmacy license in state(s) of practice with all held licenses in good standing
- Certified Immunizer Required
- Ability to work a variety of schedules
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive Wages
- Flexible work schedules
- Associate discounts
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Vacation / Paid Time Off
- OPT, H-1B (H1B) & TN sponsorship or H1B visa transfers may be available
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
Pay Transparency:
Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Pharmacist
Verify your Pharm.D. meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires Staff Pharmacist roles to demonstrate that a specific degree in pharmacy is the normal minimum for entry. A Pharm.D. from a foreign institution satisfies this, but get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency before your employer files.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use OFLC Wage Search to confirm a pharmacy employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for Staff Pharmacist roles. Employers without prior LCA history for this SOC code face slower DOL processing, which can compress your filing timeline before the cap deadline.
Search H-1B pharmacy roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Staff Pharmacist postings by verified H-1B sponsor history, so you're not applying to employers who've never filed for this role. Use it to prioritize outreach toward chains and health systems with consistent annual filing patterns.
Negotiate your offer letter around the prevailing wage
Your employer must certify in the LCA that your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for Staff Pharmacist in your work location. Before signing, cross-check the offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search for your specific metropolitan area and Level I or II classification.
Ask about cap-exempt employer pathways
Hospital systems affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or universities may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting you start any time of year without waiting for the April lottery. Confirm cap-exempt status directly with the employer's immigration counsel before accepting.
Plan your state license transfer before your H-1B transfers
Changing employers on H-1B triggers a new I-129 petition, but your state pharmacy license doesn't transfer automatically. Start the reciprocity application with the new state's board of pharmacy simultaneously so you're not licensed in only the old state when your new status takes effect.
H-1B Visa Staff Pharmacist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Pharmacist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently classifies Staff Pharmacist positions as specialty occupations because the role normally requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree as the minimum entry requirement. Your employer will document this in the H-1B petition using the O*NET occupation profile and the job description. Retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings all qualify, provided the Pharm.D. is listed as required rather than preferred.
Which types of pharmacy employers sponsor H-1B visas most regularly?
Large retail pharmacy chains, hospital health systems, and specialty infusion pharmacies file the most H-1B petitions for Staff Pharmacists. Independently owned community pharmacies rarely sponsor because the legal and filing costs are prohibitive at small scale. To find employers with a verified H-1B sponsorship track record for this specific role, browse Staff Pharmacist listings on Migrate Mate, which filters by actual LCA filing history.
Can my H-1B transfer to a new pharmacy employer if I change jobs?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS before your current status expires, and you can start working for the new employer as soon as the transfer is filed, not after approval. Your state pharmacy license must also be valid in the new location, so initiate that reciprocity process with the state board at the same time.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for Staff Pharmacist H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for Staff Pharmacist in the specific geographic area where you'll work, as determined by the OFLC Wage Search tool. The wage is tied to your job's SOC code and a skill level from Level I to Level IV. Your employer certifies this in the Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before submitting the H-1B petition to USCIS.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Staff Pharmacist candidates?
Cap-subject Staff Pharmacist candidates must be registered in the USCIS H-1B lottery each March, with employment starting October 1 if selected. Employers affiliated with universities, nonprofit research organizations, or government entities are cap-exempt and can file any time of year. If you weren't selected in the lottery, pursuing a cap-exempt employer or a healthcare system with that status is a direct path to H-1B employment without waiting for the next cycle.