Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient, 7on/7off

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 102,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH seeks an Inpatient Pharmacist for the Main Campus to support central inpatient pharmacy operations, with opportunities to cross-train in HVTI and IV room. You will verify orders, dispense safely, and contribute to inpatient workflow in a large hospital setting.

The role offers full-time schedules (11.5 hour shifts Mon–Sat, 11 hour on Sun) with one holiday per year and no on-call. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.

Qualifications

• PharmD or Bachelor’s of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy.
• Current State licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) or eligible for reciprocity within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross for immunizations administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient, patient-centered, evidence-based medication services.
• Verify medication orders and/or dispenses medications accurately according to state and federal regulations.
• Document services in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Actively contribute to medication safety initiatives.
• Ensure all pharmacy operations are in compliance with national accreditation standards.
• Directs staff appropriately to provide safe and efficient care and maintain professional working relationships with all caregivers.
• Educate and train students, residents, other caregivers and/or patients.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

PharmD or Bachelor’s of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy

Job description

Provides pharmacy services and ensures the appropriate selection, dosing, administration, and dispensing of medication orders.

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 and relocation reimbursement up to $5,000*

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Inpatient Pharmacist supports general pharmacy operations at Main Campus, primarily working within the central inpatient pharmacy located in the main building. This role contributes to medication distribution, order verification, and overall inpatient workflow across a large, complex hospital environment. Caregivers may have opportunities to cross-train and float to specialized areas such as the Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute (HVTI) and the IV room, gaining broader clinical and operational exposure. The team is close-knit and collaborative, offering a supportive environment with opportunities to work alongside automation specialists and develop skills that can lead to future growth in areas such as pharmacy informatics or analytics.

A caregiver in this role will work full time, 11 and 1/2 hour shifts Monday - Saturday and then 11 hour shifts on Sunday. Further requirements include one holiday per year. No on-call expectations.

A caregiver who excels in this role will

• Provide safe, efficient, patient-centered, evidence-based medication services.
• Verify medication orders and/or dispenses medications accurately according to state and federal regulations.
• Document services in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Actively contribute to medication safety initiatives.
• Ensure all pharmacy operations are in compliance with national accreditation standards.
• Directs staff appropriately to provide safe and efficient care and maintain professional working relationships with all caregivers.
• Educate and train students, residents, other caregivers and/or patients.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include

• PharmD or Bachelor’s of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy
• Current State licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) or eligible for reciprocation in current state within 90 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross for individuals required to administer immunizations

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include

• Board Certification
• Completion of a post-graduate year 1 residency (PGY1), fellowship or relevant post-graduate pharmacy experience preferred.
• Post-graduate year 2 residency (PGY2) or relevant experience preferred for Clinical Pharmacists hired in a Specialized Pharmacy practice area

Physical Requirements

• Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing and walking for prolonged times, approximately 75% of shift and continuously for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer and dispensing functions of the job; ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Position often includes reaching, stretching, stooping, climbing steps and sitting.
• Must have normal or corrected vision.
• Must have ability to clearly communicate verbally by phone or in person.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $101,900.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $155,390.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).