Pharmacist Jobs in Maine
Pharmacist jobs in Maine are concentrated in Portland, Bangor, and Lewiston-Auburn, where retail chains, hospital systems, and community health centers maintain steady hiring for clinical, retail, and specialty pharmacy roles. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Hannaford Pharmacy, which collectively cover everything from inpatient dispensing to outpatient counseling. Demand holds strong at every level, from new pharmacists entering the workforce to experienced clinical specialists in oncology, ambulatory care, and long-term care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
Maine Medical Center
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 96438
Summary:
The Clinical Pharmacist role reviews medication orders for safe and effective medication use; collaborates with physicians and other health care personnel to achieve optimal patient outcomes; and formulates recommendations based on current literature and evidence-based practice.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD degree from a recognized/accredited school or college of pharmacy required.
- License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license with Board of Pharmacy required.
- Experience: Previous pharmacist experience preferred.
Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $122,408.00 to $165,630.40 per year.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact sharon.nightingale@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
Description
Maine Medical Center
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 96438
Summary:
The Clinical Pharmacist role reviews medication orders for safe and effective medication use; collaborates with physicians and other health care personnel to achieve optimal patient outcomes; and formulates recommendations based on current literature and evidence-based practice.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD degree from a recognized/accredited school or college of pharmacy required.
- License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license with Board of Pharmacy required.
- Experience: Previous pharmacist experience preferred.
Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $122,408.00 to $165,630.40 per year.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact sharon.nightingale@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Pharmacist Job Market in Maine
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What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacist jobs across Maine.
- Active Maine pharmacist license issued by the Maine Board of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school
- Completion of an ACPE-accredited internship or equivalent supervised practice hours
- Passed NAPLEX and MPJE licensure examinations prior to independent practice
- Experience with pharmacy management software and dispensing systems
- Strong patient counseling skills and familiarity with medication therapy management
Pharmacist Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pharmacist in Maine?
To become a pharmacist in Maine, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited program, complete the required internship hours, and pass both the NAPLEX and the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination for Maine. You then apply for licensure through the Maine Board of Pharmacy. Graduates who completed their education out of state can apply for licensure by endorsement if they hold an active license from another state.
How much do pharmacists make in Maine?
Pharmacists in Maine earn a median of about $140,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,360 for the lowest 10% to over $166,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pharmacists in Maine?
Employers hiring pharmacists in Maine right now include MaineHealth, Hannaford, and Walgreens, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maine's largest health systems and regional pharmacy chains tend to post the most consistent volume, particularly for clinical and retail roles.
Which Maine cities have the most pharmacist jobs?
Westbrook, Portland, and Saco account for the most pharmacist openings in Maine. Portland anchors the market as the state's largest city and home to major MaineHealth facilities, while Bangor draws volume through Northern Light Health's flagship hospital and surrounding regional clinics, and smaller cities like Lewiston and Auburn contribute through community pharmacies and federally qualified health centers.
Are there remote pharmacist jobs in Maine?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of pharmacist openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most pharmacy work. The roles most likely to allow remote arrangements are telepharmacy supervision, utilization review, and medication therapy management consulting positions.
How can I get hired as a pharmacist in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to pharmacy residency programs, particularly PGY-1 programs run through MaineHealth or Northern Light Health, which are designed for new graduates without independent practice experience. Community health centers and independent pharmacies across Maine also hire new pharmacists as staff pharmacists where they work alongside experienced clinicians. Holding an active Maine Board of Pharmacy license and completing an APPE rotation at a Maine site before graduation strengthens your application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to pharmacist jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to pharmacist jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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