Hospital Pharmacist Jobs in Pennsylvania

Hospital Pharmacist jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and specialty and transplant programs from entry-level clinical staff positions through senior clinical pharmacy specialists. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Hershey anchor the state's hiring activity, where major employers such as Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Penn State Health maintain active hospital pharmacist workforces year-round. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania include oncology, critical care, and infectious disease pharmacy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerPenn Medicine
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring4
Top industryHealthcare
Companies hiring6

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CLINICAL PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple Health/Chestnut Hill Hospital
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CLINICAL PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple Health/Chestnut Hill Hospital
Temple Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Solid Organ Transplant- 40/hrs, Day Shifts (Temple Hospital)
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Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Solid Organ Transplant- 40/hrs, Day Shifts (Temple Hospital)
Temple Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Bachelor's degree

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PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple University Hospital
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PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple University Hospital
Temple University Health System
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Quality Control
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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PRN Pharmacist, Inpatient - Evenings @ Pennsylvania Hospital
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PRN Pharmacist, Inpatient - Evenings @ Pennsylvania Hospital
Penn Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Pharmacist, infusion @ Pennsylvania Hospital
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Pharmacist, infusion @ Pennsylvania Hospital
Penn Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Hospital Pharmacist Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Philadelphia
9 jobs
York
3 jobs
Hershey
1 job
Pittsburgh
1 job

Hospital Pharmacist Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Penn Medicine4 open roles
WellSpan Health3 open roles
Temple University Health System3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in hospital pharmacist jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Active Pennsylvania pharmacist license issued by the State Board of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school
  • Completion of a PGY-1 pharmacy practice residency or equivalent clinical experience
  • Board certification such as BCPS, BCOP, or BCCCP preferred for clinical roles
  • Demonstrated competency in clinical pharmacy services within an inpatient hospital setting
  • Strong working knowledge of electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner

Hospital Pharmacist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a hospital pharmacist in Pennsylvania?

You must hold an active license from the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy, which requires completing a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program and passing both the NAPLEX and MPJE exams. Most Pennsylvania hospital systems expect candidates to have completed at least a PGY-1 pharmacy residency for clinical staff roles. Pursuing a PGY-2 residency in a specialty such as oncology or critical care significantly strengthens candidacy at academic medical centers like Penn Medicine or UPMC.

How much do hospital pharmacists make in Pennsylvania?

Hospital pharmacists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $138,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $112,750 for the lowest 10% to over $163,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire hospital pharmacists in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring hospital pharmacists in Pennsylvania right now include Penn Medicine, WellSpan Health, and Temple University Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive consistent year-round demand, particularly for clinical specialists and residency-trained pharmacists.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most hospital pharmacist jobs?

Philadelphia, York, and Hershey are the Pennsylvania cities with the most hospital pharmacist openings, reflecting the concentration of major academic medical centers, flagship hospitals, and multi-campus health systems in those markets. Philadelphia's density of teaching hospitals and Pittsburgh's UPMC network account for a large share of postings, while Hershey's openings are driven primarily by Penn State Health's academic medical center campus.

How can I get hired as a hospital pharmacist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to PGY-1 pharmacy residency programs, which Pennsylvania's major health systems run specifically for new graduates. UPMC, Penn Medicine, and Jefferson Health all operate accredited residency programs that serve as the primary on-ramp to clinical hospital pharmacy careers in the state. Candidates without residency experience can also pursue pharmacy intern or staff pharmacist positions in inpatient settings, which build the clinical hours needed to compete for specialist roles. A Pennsylvania pharmacist license and BCPS candidacy give new entrants a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to hospital pharmacist jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to hospital pharmacist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly from each listing.

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