Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Clinical pharmacy specialist jobs in Pennsylvania draw from the state's dense network of academic medical centers and health systems, including UPMC in Pittsburgh, Jefferson Health and Penn Medicine in Philadelphia, and Geisinger across central Pennsylvania. These employers regularly sponsor internationally trained pharmacists for roles in oncology, critical care, and ambulatory care settings.
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Get Access To All JobsCould you be our next Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Hematology/Oncology at Lankenau Medical Center?
Why work as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist with Main Line Health?
Make an Impact!
The Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for the management and optimization of the inpatient and outpatient oncology formulary, including the evaluation and implementation of new antineoplastic agents and determination of the appropriate site of care (inpatient vs outpatient). This role provides oversight for the review and approval process of off-label, non-formulary, and other non-standard uses of antineoplastic therapies. The Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist collaborates closely with pharmacy informatics teams to develop, maintain, and enhance electronic health record (EHR) tools and resources that support safe and effective oncology care. Additionally, this position promotes evidence-based antineoplastic utilization through ongoing staff education, practice monitoring, and stewardship initiatives designed to optimize patient outcomes and ensure appropriate medication use.
Develop and Grow Your Career!
Invest in furthering your education through seeking certifications or advanced degrees by taking advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement! This position is eligible for up to $6,000 per year based upon your Full or Part Time status.
Get Involved!
Use your collaboration skills by providing consultation services to internal and external health care professionals. Develop, plan, organize and evaluate clinical, education and research activities in area of specialty including treatment, policies and procedures, continuing education programs, medical and pharmacy literature reviews and clinical drug research initiatives, in accordance with the Pharmacy Services’ goals and objectives.
Join the Team!
Like our patients, the Main Line Health Family encompasses a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers, bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health. Regardless of our unique design, we all share a purpose: providing superior service and care.
Position-Specific Benefits include:
You are eligible for up to 240 hours of paid time off per year based on your Full or Part Time status. We also offer a number of employee discounts to various activities, services, and vendors... And employee parking is always free!
Position:
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Shift:
(Monday – Friday) Day Shift
Experience:
PGY2 oncology residency required (or equivalent of 4 years of clinical pharmacy experience with 2 years in oncology practicing at an oncology-focused care site (e.g., CoC-Accredited Cancer Program, NCI Designated Cancer Center or Comprehensive Cancer Center), with demonstrated involvement in the management of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive care for patients with cancer.)
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary oncology teams and applying evidence-based treatment protocols to optimize patient outcomes, safety, and medication stewardship.
BCOP preferred
Education:
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Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree Completion of ASHP-Accredited PGY-1 Residency required.
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Completion of ASHP-Accredited PGY-2 Residency or equivalent experience in specialty area required.
Licensures/Certifications:
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A current Pennsylvania Pharmacist license required.
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Recent graduates and pharmacists eligible for reciprocity will be considered as long as licensure is complete before the end of the 90-day probationary period. Board certification (i.e. BCPS, BCNSP, BCOP, BCCP, BCACP, etc.) and/or specialty credentialing (i.e. CDE, CGP, CACP, etc.) is preferred.
Could you be our next Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Hematology/Oncology at Lankenau Medical Center?
Why work as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist with Main Line Health?
Make an Impact!
The Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for the management and optimization of the inpatient and outpatient oncology formulary, including the evaluation and implementation of new antineoplastic agents and determination of the appropriate site of care (inpatient vs outpatient). This role provides oversight for the review and approval process of off-label, non-formulary, and other non-standard uses of antineoplastic therapies. The Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist collaborates closely with pharmacy informatics teams to develop, maintain, and enhance electronic health record (EHR) tools and resources that support safe and effective oncology care. Additionally, this position promotes evidence-based antineoplastic utilization through ongoing staff education, practice monitoring, and stewardship initiatives designed to optimize patient outcomes and ensure appropriate medication use.
Develop and Grow Your Career!
Invest in furthering your education through seeking certifications or advanced degrees by taking advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement! This position is eligible for up to $6,000 per year based upon your Full or Part Time status.
Get Involved!
Use your collaboration skills by providing consultation services to internal and external health care professionals. Develop, plan, organize and evaluate clinical, education and research activities in area of specialty including treatment, policies and procedures, continuing education programs, medical and pharmacy literature reviews and clinical drug research initiatives, in accordance with the Pharmacy Services’ goals and objectives.
Join the Team!
Like our patients, the Main Line Health Family encompasses a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers, bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health. Regardless of our unique design, we all share a purpose: providing superior service and care.
Position-Specific Benefits include:
You are eligible for up to 240 hours of paid time off per year based on your Full or Part Time status. We also offer a number of employee discounts to various activities, services, and vendors... And employee parking is always free!
Position:
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Shift:
(Monday – Friday) Day Shift
Experience:
PGY2 oncology residency required (or equivalent of 4 years of clinical pharmacy experience with 2 years in oncology practicing at an oncology-focused care site (e.g., CoC-Accredited Cancer Program, NCI Designated Cancer Center or Comprehensive Cancer Center), with demonstrated involvement in the management of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive care for patients with cancer.)
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary oncology teams and applying evidence-based treatment protocols to optimize patient outcomes, safety, and medication stewardship.
BCOP preferred
Education:
-
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree Completion of ASHP-Accredited PGY-1 Residency required.
-
Completion of ASHP-Accredited PGY-2 Residency or equivalent experience in specialty area required.
Licensures/Certifications:
-
A current Pennsylvania Pharmacist license required.
-
Recent graduates and pharmacists eligible for reciprocity will be considered as long as licensure is complete before the end of the 90-day probationary period. Board certification (i.e. BCPS, BCNSP, BCOP, BCCP, BCACP, etc.) and/or specialty credentialing (i.e. CDE, CGP, CACP, etc.) is preferred.
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Search Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Jobs in PennsylvaniaClinical Pharmacy Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for clinical pharmacy specialists in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's largest health systems are the most active sponsors for clinical pharmacy specialists. UPMC, Penn Medicine, Jefferson Health, Temple Health, and Geisinger have all filed employment-based petitions for pharmacists in specialized clinical roles. Academic medical centers tend to sponsor more frequently than community hospitals because their size, budget infrastructure, and research missions make them better equipped to manage the sponsorship process.
Which visa types realistically fit clinical pharmacy specialist roles in Pennsylvania?
Clinical pharmacy specialist positions qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, since the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or a directly related field. In practice, most candidates hold a PharmD. H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process. EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based green cards are available for permanent sponsorship, typically using PERM labor certification. J-1 visa exchange visitor status is an option for clinical training roles at designated sponsor institutions.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most clinical pharmacy specialist sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are the two primary markets for sponsored clinical pharmacy specialist positions, driven by their concentration of academic medical centers and large regional health systems. Philadelphia's hospital corridor along the Schuylkill includes Penn Medicine, Jefferson Health, and Temple Health. Pittsburgh's market is dominated by UPMC, one of the largest health systems in the country. Hershey and Danville are smaller but active markets due to Penn State Health and Geisinger, respectively.
How to find clinical pharmacy specialist visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find clinical pharmacy specialist roles in Pennsylvania where the employer has a verified sponsorship history. You can search by role and location to see which Pennsylvania health systems have filed employment-based petitions for pharmacists. This saves time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship late in the process, which is a common pitfall for internationally trained pharmacists.
Are there any Pennsylvania-specific considerations for clinical pharmacy specialists seeking visa sponsorship?
Pennsylvania requires pharmacists to hold a state license issued by the State Board of Pharmacy, and an employer's willingness to sponsor a visa is usually tied to the candidate already holding or being eligible for that license. NAPLEX and MPJE passage is required. Internationally trained pharmacists who completed their degree outside the U.S. should confirm NABP credential evaluation requirements early, as licensure eligibility affects the employer's sponsorship timeline and willingness to file a petition.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical pharmacy specialist jobs in Pennsylvania?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.