Entry Level Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Jobs
New grad inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or internship work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like Sutter Health, UCHealth, and Ballad Health hiring at this level now.
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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642Opening:
Worker Subtype:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Department:
500160 Pharmacy SMHWork Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR URCE 219Compensation Range:
$121,201.00 - $163,612.00The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Approves the ordering of medications for patients treated at the medical center. Oversees and directly contributes to compounding, preparation and dispensing of medications for patients in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations for Pharmacy practice. Supervises pharmacy technicians.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Understands and follows departmental and hospital policy and procedures related to dispensing of medications. Dispenses medications accurately and in a timely manner. Independently resolves problem medication orders appropriately and in a timely manner. Processes/validates medication orders, utilizing current information system technology to create and maintain accurate patient profiles. Directs and supervises the work of technicians to ensure appropriate workflow as required. Checks all products requiring a pharmacist approval prior to dispensing. Participates in departmental Q/A processes, such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling MARs, reporting medication adverse events and errors, etc.
- Develops or participates in a clinical practice by interacting with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and patients as a member of an interdisciplinary team on patient care units to guide and recommend appropriate medication use. Participates in focused clinical initiatives as defined by the department. Participates in Medication Use Evaluations when appropriate. Monitors assigned patient populations for clinical progress, including renal/hepatic function, culture results, and other applicable laboratory tests. Recommends adjustments to therapy as necessary. Documents clinical activities and interventions on a regular basis. Participates in education of other Pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals. Identifies need for patient teaching and performs such tasks when necessary.
- Thoroughly resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner. Proactively identifies patient care problems and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress. Solves problems beyond patient-specific issues and may require participation on interdisciplinary teams or revising hospital or departmental policy, procedures or treatment guidelines. Performs required duties of “charge pharmacist” when scheduled, including coordination of shift resources, problem solving, staff conflict resolution, and appropriate communication from shift to shift. Contacts supervisor for assistance when solution is beyond expertise or authority.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required
- 1 year of relevant acute care pharmacy experience or successful completion of an accredited pharmacy practice residency required
- Pharm D preferred
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- PHARMD - Licensed Pharmacist upon hire required
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642Opening:
Worker Subtype:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Department:
500160 Pharmacy SMHWork Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR URCE 219Compensation Range:
$121,201.00 - $163,612.00The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Approves the ordering of medications for patients treated at the medical center. Oversees and directly contributes to compounding, preparation and dispensing of medications for patients in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations for Pharmacy practice. Supervises pharmacy technicians.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Understands and follows departmental and hospital policy and procedures related to dispensing of medications. Dispenses medications accurately and in a timely manner. Independently resolves problem medication orders appropriately and in a timely manner. Processes/validates medication orders, utilizing current information system technology to create and maintain accurate patient profiles. Directs and supervises the work of technicians to ensure appropriate workflow as required. Checks all products requiring a pharmacist approval prior to dispensing. Participates in departmental Q/A processes, such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling MARs, reporting medication adverse events and errors, etc.
- Develops or participates in a clinical practice by interacting with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and patients as a member of an interdisciplinary team on patient care units to guide and recommend appropriate medication use. Participates in focused clinical initiatives as defined by the department. Participates in Medication Use Evaluations when appropriate. Monitors assigned patient populations for clinical progress, including renal/hepatic function, culture results, and other applicable laboratory tests. Recommends adjustments to therapy as necessary. Documents clinical activities and interventions on a regular basis. Participates in education of other Pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals. Identifies need for patient teaching and performs such tasks when necessary.
- Thoroughly resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner. Proactively identifies patient care problems and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress. Solves problems beyond patient-specific issues and may require participation on interdisciplinary teams or revising hospital or departmental policy, procedures or treatment guidelines. Performs required duties of “charge pharmacist” when scheduled, including coordination of shift resources, problem solving, staff conflict resolution, and appropriate communication from shift to shift. Contacts supervisor for assistance when solution is beyond expertise or authority.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required
- 1 year of relevant acute care pharmacy experience or successful completion of an accredited pharmacy practice residency required
- Pharm D preferred
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- PHARMD - Licensed Pharmacist upon hire required
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Entry Level Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level inpatient clinical pharmacist job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who completed ASHP-accredited rotations in acute care or hospital settings during pharmacy school, hold an active state pharmacist license or are within weeks of licensure, and can demonstrate hands-on experience with order verification, IV admixture, or antimicrobial stewardship. A PGY1 residency strengthens your application, but many health systems hire new graduates directly into staff pharmacist roles when clinical rotation performance is strong.
Which companies hire entry level inpatient clinical pharmacists?
Companies hiring entry level inpatient clinical pharmacists right now include Sutter Health, UCHealth, and Ballad Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from hospital health systems, academic medical centers, and regional community hospitals that run structured onboarding programs designed for new graduates.
Are there remote entry level inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs?
Yes, though most inpatient roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level inpatient clinical pharmacist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve telepharmacy verification, medication therapy management, or clinical documentation support rather than bedside dispensing or direct patient rounding.
Are these new grad inpatient clinical pharmacist jobs?
Yes. The listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior inpatient clinical pharmacist roles. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and counts IPPE and APPE rotations, residency months, or pharmacy school internships toward that threshold, so candidates coming straight out of a PharmD program are competitive applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level inpatient clinical pharmacists?
Entry Level inpatient clinical pharmacist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because inpatient pharmacy services are core to patient safety and regulatory compliance, creating consistent demand for licensed new graduates who can step into staff pharmacist responsibilities quickly.