OPT Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist Jobs
Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist roles are common OPT employers in outpatient clinics, health systems, and integrated care settings. Your PharmD satisfies the specialty occupation requirement, and most positions qualify for STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of authorized work after graduation.
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02250 GCMG SouthPine OBGYN: Southpark
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
This full-time position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role follows a hybrid work model, with one rotating remote workday per week, based on departmental needs and team coverage requirements. The remaining workdays will be onsite to support patient care, provider collaboration, and daily practice operations.
Pay Range:
$35.50 - $53.25
Major Responsibilities:
- Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
- Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
- Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
- Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
- May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
- Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
- Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
- Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
- Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.).
- Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
- May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Minimum Job Requirements
Education
Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
Certification / Registration / License
- Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
- Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.
Note: Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.
Experience
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
- Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
- Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
- Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
- Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.
Preferred Job Requirements
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs.
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high-quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an ambulatory care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.
Department:
02250 GCMG SouthPine OBGYN: Southpark
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
This full-time position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role follows a hybrid work model, with one rotating remote workday per week, based on departmental needs and team coverage requirements. The remaining workdays will be onsite to support patient care, provider collaboration, and daily practice operations.
Pay Range:
$35.50 - $53.25
Major Responsibilities:
- Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
- Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
- Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
- Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
- May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
- Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
- Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
- Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
- Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.).
- Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
- May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Minimum Job Requirements
Education
Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
Certification / Registration / License
- Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
- Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.
Note: Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.
Experience
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
- Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
- Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
- Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
- Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.
Preferred Job Requirements
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs.
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high-quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an ambulatory care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist
Confirm your STEM OPT eligibility early
PharmD programs typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying, so you can accurately tell employers you have up to three years of OPT authorization available.
Target health systems over independent pharmacies
Large health systems like Kaiser, Geisinger, and academic medical centers have HR infrastructure for OPT compliance and are more familiar with I-983 training plans than smaller outpatient or independent pharmacy settings.
Emphasize your clinical training hours upfront
Ambulatory care rotations from your PharmD directly demonstrate you meet the specialty occupation requirement. Quantify your hours in chronic disease management, MTM, or anticoagulation clinics on your resume and in your cover letter.
Ask about I-983 training plan support before accepting offers
STEM OPT requires a formal training plan between you and your employer. Confirm the hiring manager understands this requirement and that HR can execute the I-983 before you accept any position to avoid authorization gaps.
Get your BPS certification or state licensure in order
Board certification in ambulatory care pharmacy strengthens the specialty occupation case for your OPT. Prioritize passing NAPLEX and obtaining your state pharmacist license before your program end date so employers face no delay.
Address H-1B sponsorship directly during later interview rounds
Ambulatory pharmacist roles frequently lead to H-1B visa sponsorship at larger employers. Raise the topic professionally after you have an offer, framing it as long-term planning rather than an immediate ask to avoid early rejection.
Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT purposes?
Yes. Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist positions require a PharmD as the standard minimum credential, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. The role involves patient-specific medication management, therapeutic monitoring, and clinical decision-making that a general degree cannot substitute for, making it a strong fit for OPT work authorization without additional justification.
Can I extend my OPT as an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist, and does my degree qualify for STEM extension?
PharmD programs are classified under CIP code 51.2001 (Pharmacy), which is included on the STEM OPT designated degree program list. That means you're eligible for the 24-month STEM extension beyond your initial 12-month OPT, giving you up to 36 months total. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying, as coding varies slightly between institutions.
Where can I find Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by visa sponsorship and OPT compatibility. Searching Migrate Mate for ambulatory pharmacist roles saves time compared to sorting through general postings where sponsorship status is unclear. Health systems and integrated care networks are the most common employers listed.
What is the I-983 training plan, and how does it affect my ambulatory pharmacy job?
The I-983 is a formal training plan required for STEM OPT that your employer must complete alongside you. It documents how the role relates to your PharmD, what skills you'll develop, and sets evaluation checkpoints every six months. Before accepting an ambulatory pharmacist offer, confirm that HR is familiar with the I-983 process and can execute it before your OPT extension begins.
Do ambulatory pharmacy employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas after OPT ends?
Sponsorship rates vary by employer type. Large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and multi-site outpatient networks are the most likely sponsors because they have established immigration counsel and recurring hiring needs. Smaller independent outpatient clinics rarely sponsor. Research a prospective employer's H-1B filing history through public disclosure data to assess sponsorship likelihood before investing heavily in the application process.