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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
We are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our Emergency Department pharmacy team. As a Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center, this position offers the opportunity to practice in a fast-paced, collaborative environment caring for a diverse and high-acuity patient population.
The pharmacist will provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services for patients throughout the Emergency Department, including both ED patients and admitted patients boarding in the ED. Responsibilities include medication review and optimization, prospective order verification, transitions of care, and collaboration with the Emergency Department Medication History Technician team. The pharmacist will work closely with other ED clinical pharmacists and inpatient teams to support safe and effective medication management, with opportunities to cross-cover the ICU service as operational needs arise.
This position also offers opportunities to precept pharmacy students and residents and contribute to quality improvement, interdisciplinary initiatives, and the continued growth of clinical pharmacy services within the Emergency Department.
Job Description:
**Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus**
1. Practices in accordance with the state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy, Department of Public Health, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Maintains certification and credentials in accordance with the Board of Registration and adheres to institutional policies and procedures.
2. Reviews and verifies medication orders with consideration, including but not limited to the following patient specific parameters: diagnosis, weight/body surface area, age, allergies, organ function, laboratory values, medication duplication, drug interactions. Clarifies orders deemed to be inappropriate, incomplete, or otherwise unclear with the prescriber in a timely manner.
3. Documents and communicates pertinent information and discussion with the healthcare team and pharmacy staff to ensure continuity of care.
4. Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.
5. Checks and verifies sterile and non-sterile medications.
6. Supervises the activities of students, technicians, and residents within the pharmacist area of practice.
7. Promotes a culture of patient safety by submitting medication related events and near misses.
8. Completes daily pharmacy surveillance tool monitoring, including follow-up and documentation, as well as other daily patient care initiatives and relevant reports.
9. Works collaboratively with all pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy personnel. Upholds a culture of respect and teamwork across the Pharmacy Department.
10. Precepts pharmacy students, resident rotations, and resident-led quality improvement projects. May serve as Residency Program Coordinator or Residency Program Director
11. Regularly participates in department initiatives including but not limited to supporting formulary stewardship, presenting new medication requests at Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee, creating and maintaining policies and procedures, conducting assessments of workflows, and/or developing departmental tools and resources.
12. Supports a specific core area of practice through interdisciplinary education, ongoing specialty training and as a resource for Pharmacy staff.
13. Updates clinical guidelines and presents hospital wide educational initiatives.
14. Serves on hospital interdisciplinary committees or workgroups to improve process and quality outcomes.
15. Supports IRB-approved research activities, medication use evaluations, or cost-savings initiatives.
16. Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
1. PGY 1 + 1-3 years OR PYG2 OR 3-5 years of experience in clinical specialty area
Preferred Qualifications:
1. BPS
Pay Range:
$63.12 – $84.96
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
- Employment: Full-time
- Hours/Week: 35
- Shift: Rotating
- Category: Pharmacy
- Pay Range: $63.12 - $84.96
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR95089
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
We are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our Emergency Department pharmacy team. As a Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center, this position offers the opportunity to practice in a fast-paced, collaborative environment caring for a diverse and high-acuity patient population.
The pharmacist will provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services for patients throughout the Emergency Department, including both ED patients and admitted patients boarding in the ED. Responsibilities include medication review and optimization, prospective order verification, transitions of care, and collaboration with the Emergency Department Medication History Technician team. The pharmacist will work closely with other ED clinical pharmacists and inpatient teams to support safe and effective medication management, with opportunities to cross-cover the ICU service as operational needs arise.
This position also offers opportunities to precept pharmacy students and residents and contribute to quality improvement, interdisciplinary initiatives, and the continued growth of clinical pharmacy services within the Emergency Department.
Job Description:
**Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus**
1. Practices in accordance with the state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy, Department of Public Health, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Maintains certification and credentials in accordance with the Board of Registration and adheres to institutional policies and procedures.
2. Reviews and verifies medication orders with consideration, including but not limited to the following patient specific parameters: diagnosis, weight/body surface area, age, allergies, organ function, laboratory values, medication duplication, drug interactions. Clarifies orders deemed to be inappropriate, incomplete, or otherwise unclear with the prescriber in a timely manner.
3. Documents and communicates pertinent information and discussion with the healthcare team and pharmacy staff to ensure continuity of care.
4. Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.
5. Checks and verifies sterile and non-sterile medications.
6. Supervises the activities of students, technicians, and residents within the pharmacist area of practice.
7. Promotes a culture of patient safety by submitting medication related events and near misses.
8. Completes daily pharmacy surveillance tool monitoring, including follow-up and documentation, as well as other daily patient care initiatives and relevant reports.
9. Works collaboratively with all pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy personnel. Upholds a culture of respect and teamwork across the Pharmacy Department.
10. Precepts pharmacy students, resident rotations, and resident-led quality improvement projects. May serve as Residency Program Coordinator or Residency Program Director
11. Regularly participates in department initiatives including but not limited to supporting formulary stewardship, presenting new medication requests at Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee, creating and maintaining policies and procedures, conducting assessments of workflows, and/or developing departmental tools and resources.
12. Supports a specific core area of practice through interdisciplinary education, ongoing specialty training and as a resource for Pharmacy staff.
13. Updates clinical guidelines and presents hospital wide educational initiatives.
14. Serves on hospital interdisciplinary committees or workgroups to improve process and quality outcomes.
15. Supports IRB-approved research activities, medication use evaluations, or cost-savings initiatives.
16. Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
1. PGY 1 + 1-3 years OR PYG2 OR 3-5 years of experience in clinical specialty area
Preferred Qualifications:
1. BPS
Pay Range:
$63.12 – $84.96
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
- Employment: Full-time
- Hours/Week: 35
- Shift: Rotating
- Category: Pharmacy
- Pay Range: $63.12 - $84.96
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR95089
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Who's Hiring
- Sutter Health21
- Cleveland Clinic14
- UCHealth12
- UW Health8
- US Department of Veterans Affairs5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs.
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited program
- Active pharmacist license in the state of employment
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 pharmacy residency
- Board certification such as BCPS, BCCCP, or BCOP preferred
- Experience with clinical pharmacy services including pharmacokinetic dosing and antimicrobial stewardship
- Proficiency with hospital information and electronic health record systems
Tips for Your Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Job Search
Tailor your resume to clinical settings
Highlight direct patient care contributions, not just order verification volume. Hiring managers in inpatient settings want to see documentation of therapeutic drug monitoring, pharmacokinetic dosing adjustments, and participation in multidisciplinary rounds, not a list of departments you rotated through.
List every residency and certification clearly
Put your PGY-1 and PGY-2 training, board certifications like BCPS or BCCCP, and any specialty credentials in a dedicated section near the top of your resume. Recruiters screening inpatient roles filter on these before reading anything else.
Target postings by clinical service line
Filter openings by the service line you want, such as critical care, oncology, or cardiology, rather than just the job title. A general inpatient pharmacist posting and a clinical pharmacy specialist posting can require completely different preparation and pay differently.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists inpatient clinical pharmacist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for clinical scenario interviews
Inpatient pharmacy interviews almost always include real-case scenarios: a vancomycin dosing question, an anticoagulation management case, or a drug interaction you caught on rounds. Rehearse your clinical reasoning process out loud so your answers are structured, not just technically correct.
Negotiate your starting clinical tier
Many health systems use a clinical ladder with distinct pay bands tied to years of experience and board certification status. Ask HR which tier the posted role maps to and what documentation you need to qualify for the next band at hire, before you accept.
Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most inpatient clinical pharmacists?
The most active employers for inpatient clinical pharmacists right now are Sutter Health, Cleveland Clinic, and UCHealth, and the most openings are in California, Ohio, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems affiliated with academic medical centers tend to post the most specialist-level roles.
How many inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs are remote?
About 10% of inpatient clinical pharmacist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most direct patient care roles require on-site presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are clinical informatics, medication therapy management consultation, and pharmacovigilance roles that sit within hospital systems.
How do you become an inpatient clinical pharmacist?
You earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, pass the NAPLEX and MPJE licensure exams, then complete a PGY-1 pharmacy practice residency focused on acute care settings. Many inpatient specialist roles also require a PGY-2 residency in a clinical area like critical care or oncology, followed by board certification in that specialty through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties.
How do you get hired as an inpatient clinical pharmacist with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled staff pharmacist or clinical pharmacist I within health systems that have formal new-practitioner development programs. Highlighting APPE rotations completed in inpatient acute care, any longitudinal patient care projects from pharmacy school, and a willingness to pursue residency or board certification after hire can offset limited post-graduate experience when competing for entry-level inpatient openings.
What does the inpatient clinical pharmacist interview process look like?
Most health systems run a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a clinical panel interview with the pharmacy director, a clinical pharmacist lead, and sometimes a physician or nurse from the service line. Expect at least one live case scenario or presentation on a clinical topic. Some institutions also include a brief tour of the pharmacy and an informal meeting with the team before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs?
You can find and apply to inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your clinical specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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