Pharmacist Jobs in Tennessee
Pharmacist jobs in Tennessee are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated across retail pharmacy chains, large health systems, and managed care organizations at every level from new graduate to clinical pharmacy director. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville anchor the bulk of hiring activity, where employers like HCA Healthcare, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and CVS Health maintain deep, ongoing needs. Clinical pharmacy, oncology, and ambulatory care are among the most actively recruited specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.
With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.
East Tennessee Pharmacy Services, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Why East Tennessee Pharmacy Services? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.
Who We Are and What We’re About:
Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.
We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.
$2500 Bonus eligibility after one year of employment with Frameworks experience
Scheduling Requirements: Rotating Shifts between 7am-7pm, rotating Saturday
Attributes Required:
- Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
- Leadership – ability to lead project teams to deadlines, while maintaining strong team orientation
- Relational – ability to build relationships with business unit management and become “trusted advisor”
- Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
- Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
- Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members
Essential job functions (include the following):
- Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging
- Review completed orders and cycle-fill medications to ensure prescriptions were filled correctly
- Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patients' allergies, Incompatibilities with current medications, frequency of refills, etc.
- Interpret prescription orders, to include exercising professional judgment in determining whether to dispense a particular prescription, taking into account patient safety and legal limitations.
- Adhere to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations
- Adhere to all applicable guidelines for compounding
- Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed
- Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, etc.
- Evaluate inventory levels and place orders when below par
- On exception items, look up most cost-effective product to order
- Notify customer/facility if product is out of stock and when the order can be filled
- Restock station supplies as needed - vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc.
- Oversee the work of all technicians and give feedback to their supervisor regarding their performance
- Log all error medication occurrences
- Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed
Education and/or Certifications:
- Bachelor's Degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD. required
- State Pharmacist License required without restrictions
Skills and Qualifications:
- 1+ years of related experience
- Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred/required
- Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
- Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
- Great attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
- Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate
- Medical consulting experience preferred
Work Environment:
- Ability to work flexible hours
What We Offer:
Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”
Compensation & Financial
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with company match
Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only)
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund)
Time Off
- Paid holidays and sick days
- Generous vacation benefits based on years of service
The Guardian Difference
Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs.
Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location.
Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.
At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.
Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.
With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.
East Tennessee Pharmacy Services, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Why East Tennessee Pharmacy Services? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.
Who We Are and What We’re About:
Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.
We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.
$2500 Bonus eligibility after one year of employment with Frameworks experience
Scheduling Requirements: Rotating Shifts between 7am-7pm, rotating Saturday
Attributes Required:
- Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
- Leadership – ability to lead project teams to deadlines, while maintaining strong team orientation
- Relational – ability to build relationships with business unit management and become “trusted advisor”
- Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
- Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
- Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members
Essential job functions (include the following):
- Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging
- Review completed orders and cycle-fill medications to ensure prescriptions were filled correctly
- Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patients' allergies, Incompatibilities with current medications, frequency of refills, etc.
- Interpret prescription orders, to include exercising professional judgment in determining whether to dispense a particular prescription, taking into account patient safety and legal limitations.
- Adhere to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations
- Adhere to all applicable guidelines for compounding
- Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed
- Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, etc.
- Evaluate inventory levels and place orders when below par
- On exception items, look up most cost-effective product to order
- Notify customer/facility if product is out of stock and when the order can be filled
- Restock station supplies as needed - vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc.
- Oversee the work of all technicians and give feedback to their supervisor regarding their performance
- Log all error medication occurrences
- Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed
Education and/or Certifications:
- Bachelor's Degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD. required
- State Pharmacist License required without restrictions
Skills and Qualifications:
- 1+ years of related experience
- Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred/required
- Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
- Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
- Great attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
- Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate
- Medical consulting experience preferred
Work Environment:
- Ability to work flexible hours
What We Offer:
Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”
Compensation & Financial
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with company match
Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only)
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund)
Time Off
- Paid holidays and sick days
- Generous vacation benefits based on years of service
The Guardian Difference
Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs.
Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location.
Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.
At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.
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Pharmacist Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CVS Health21
- Walgreens16
- Kroger11
- Ascension9
- Vanderbilt Health7
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail10
- Insurance3
- Automotive1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacist jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee pharmacist license issued by the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy required
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an ACPE-accredited program required
- Successful completion of NAPLEX and MPJE licensing examinations required
- One or more years of pharmacy practice experience in a retail or clinical setting preferred
- Proficiency with pharmacy dispensing software and electronic health record systems required
- Strong clinical knowledge of drug interactions, therapeutics, and patient counseling expected
Pharmacist Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pharmacist in Tennessee?
To become a pharmacist in Tennessee, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program, pass both the NAPLEX and the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination, and obtain licensure through the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy. The Board also requires a background check and completion of any applicable intern hours before a full license is granted. Tennessee participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact's pharmacy equivalent, allowing some reciprocal licensing from other states.
How much do pharmacists make in Tennessee?
Pharmacists in Tennessee earn a median of about $133,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $88,700 for the lowest 10% to over $164,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pharmacists in Tennessee?
Employers hiring pharmacists in Tennessee right now include CVS Health, Walgreens, and Kroger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Tennessee's mix of large hospital systems, national retail chains, and regional health plans means demand is spread across both clinical and community pharmacy settings throughout the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most pharmacist jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville account for the most pharmacist openings in Tennessee. Nashville drives the largest share of postings because of its dense concentration of hospital systems and corporate healthcare headquarters, while Memphis adds substantial volume through its major academic medical centers and regional retail pharmacy presence, and Knoxville reflects strong demand from University of Tennessee Health System and surrounding community pharmacies.
Are there remote pharmacist jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. About 17% of pharmacist openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most pharmacy roles. The sub-specialties most likely to offer remote or telepharmacy arrangements are medication therapy management, prior authorization review, and clinical documentation roles within managed care or pharmacy benefit management organizations.
How can I get hired as a pharmacist in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a PGY1 pharmacy residency, which major Tennessee employers including Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Regional One Health in Memphis, and the University of Tennessee Medical Center offer specifically for new Pharm.D. graduates. Candidates without residency experience often start in staff pharmacist or intern-to-staff conversion roles at retail settings like CVS or Walgreens locations statewide, where demonstrated NAPLEX licensure and strong counseling skills carry significant weight with hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to pharmacist jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to pharmacist jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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