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Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Provides quality pharmaceutical care, and fills/dispenses medications in accordance with the latest pharmacy standard practices. Reviews prescriptions and medication orders for appropriateness and compatibility with current therapy, disease states, drug allergies, adverse drug effects, duplication of therapy and compliance to ensure patients' medication therapy is safe, effective, timely, and free from drug-related problems. Communicates with all healthcare professionals and patients concerning medical care to ensure safety and effectiveness. Provides direction to technical staff and participates in performance enhancement initiatives.
Job Duties
- Prepares and dispenses medications for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Evaluates evidence-based literature to offer appropriate clinical recommendations in order to optimize drug selection and individualization of therapy.
- Ensures and executes policies and procedures that ensure appropriate, cost-effective, and safe medication use.
- Performs clinical medication surveillance, documents interventions, reports adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
- Coordinates the activities of pharmacy technicians engaged in the preparation, labeling, and delivery of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.
- Counsels/Provides drug information pertaining to medications, drug usage, and compatibility to physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and patients in accordance with OBRA or other regulatory standards.
- Weighs, measures, and prepares sterile and non-sterile medication products utilizing appropriate tools and equipment.
- Acts as a resource or consultant to other healthcare professionals regarding appropriateness, availability, cost, and/or alternativeness to therapies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctorate Pharmacy or Bachelor’s Degree Pharmacy
- Ability to accurately dispense and monitor medications.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to make independent judgments under stressful situations at times.
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security.
- RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years relevant pharmacist experience or 1 year PGY1 pharmacy residency
- Familiarity with common pharmacy technologies, both software and hardware.
- BCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - Board of Pharmacy Specialties Upon Hire
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono
206 E Brown St, 18301-3006, East Stroudsburg, United States
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Provides quality pharmaceutical care, and fills/dispenses medications in accordance with the latest pharmacy standard practices. Reviews prescriptions and medication orders for appropriateness and compatibility with current therapy, disease states, drug allergies, adverse drug effects, duplication of therapy and compliance to ensure patients' medication therapy is safe, effective, timely, and free from drug-related problems. Communicates with all healthcare professionals and patients concerning medical care to ensure safety and effectiveness. Provides direction to technical staff and participates in performance enhancement initiatives.
Job Duties
- Prepares and dispenses medications for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Evaluates evidence-based literature to offer appropriate clinical recommendations in order to optimize drug selection and individualization of therapy.
- Ensures and executes policies and procedures that ensure appropriate, cost-effective, and safe medication use.
- Performs clinical medication surveillance, documents interventions, reports adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
- Coordinates the activities of pharmacy technicians engaged in the preparation, labeling, and delivery of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.
- Counsels/Provides drug information pertaining to medications, drug usage, and compatibility to physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and patients in accordance with OBRA or other regulatory standards.
- Weighs, measures, and prepares sterile and non-sterile medication products utilizing appropriate tools and equipment.
- Acts as a resource or consultant to other healthcare professionals regarding appropriateness, availability, cost, and/or alternativeness to therapies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctorate Pharmacy or Bachelor’s Degree Pharmacy
- Ability to accurately dispense and monitor medications.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to make independent judgments under stressful situations at times.
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security.
- RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years relevant pharmacist experience or 1 year PGY1 pharmacy residency
- Familiarity with common pharmacy technologies, both software and hardware.
- BCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - Board of Pharmacy Specialties Upon Hire
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono
206 E Brown St, 18301-3006, East Stroudsburg, United States
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CVS Health710
- Walmart393
- Kroger49
- Safeway37
- Albertsons21
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services748
- Retail529
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals101
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces85
- Consumer Goods82
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff pharmacist jobs.
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited program
- Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of employment
- Current immunization certification (APhA or equivalent) for retail and clinic settings
- Experience with pharmacy dispensing software such as QS/1, PioneerRx, or Pharmacy Director
- Completion of a PGY1 residency or equivalent clinical experience for hospital roles
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for inpatient and clinical pharmacy positions
Tips for Your Staff Pharmacist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
A hospital pharmacy resume should highlight clinical interventions, multidisciplinary team collaboration, and IV compounding. A retail-focused resume should lead with prescription volume, patient counseling metrics, and immunization credentials. Swapping these emphases for the wrong setting often gets you screened out before a recruiter reads line two.
List your state licensure upfront
Pharmacist licensure is state-specific, so employers scan for it immediately. Put your active state license number, issuing board, and expiration date in your resume header. If you hold licenses in multiple states, list all of them so multi-site or telepharmacy employers can see your coverage at a glance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists staff pharmacist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by practice area, not just title
Search terms like 'clinical staff pharmacist,' 'oncology pharmacist,' or 'PGY1 preferred' surface openings that match your training. Searching only 'staff pharmacist' buries specialty roles under high-volume retail postings and causes you to miss the strongest fits.
Prepare for a board-style clinical interview
Many hiring pharmacists run case-based interviews covering drug interactions, renal dosing adjustments, and anticoagulation management. Practice talking through your clinical reasoning out loud, not just arriving at the right answer, because interviewers are evaluating your thought process as much as your knowledge.
Negotiate starting date and shift differential
Salary compression in pharmacy is real, so your strongest leverage often lies in shift differentials for evenings, weekends, or overnight coverage rather than base pay. Ask about the differential structure, PTO accrual rate, and continuing education reimbursement before signing, since these vary considerably between employers.
Staff Pharmacist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most staff pharmacists?
The companies hiring the most staff pharmacists right now include CVS Health, Walmart, and Kroger, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Both large pharmacy chains and regional health systems are actively recruiting across full-time and part-time schedules.
How many staff pharmacist jobs are remote?
About 0% of staff pharmacist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, a share driven almost entirely by telepharmacy and mail-order roles rather than traditional dispensing positions. Clinical review, drug utilization management, and prior authorization work are the sub-specialties where remote scheduling is most available.
How do you become a staff pharmacist?
You complete a four-year PharmD program at an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy after finishing prerequisite undergraduate coursework. You then pass the NAPLEX licensing exam and the MPJE law exam for your target state, though some states use their own law exam. Many hospital employers also expect or prefer completion of a PGY1 residency program after graduation.
Can you get hired as a staff pharmacist with little experience?
Yes, new-grad pharmacists are regularly hired directly into staff roles, particularly at retail chains and long-term care pharmacies that prioritize training newly licensed candidates. Completing advanced pharmacy practice experience rotations in the setting you want to work in, gaining immunization certification before graduation, and applying to formal new-grad programs at health systems meaningfully improves your chances against candidates with more years on the license.
What does the staff pharmacist interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen focused on licensure status, availability, and setting fit. A second round with a pharmacy director or department manager typically includes clinical scenario questions, drug interaction cases, and situational judgment prompts about patient counseling or dispensing errors. Retail and chain employers often move faster, sometimes extending offers after a single structured interview.
Where can I find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs?
You can find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your licensure state, practice area, and schedule preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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