MultiCare Health System·Tacoma, Washington
The pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications, interpreting IV admixture orders, and preparing nonstandard pharmaceutical preparations. They also supervise support personnel and ensure the safe and accurate provision of pharmaceutical care services.
Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
The Pharmacist is an exciting professional opportunity at MultiCare, ensuring prompt and accurate pharmaceutical care services for patients, nurses and physicians. This position will offer you the capacity to apply your knowledge and expertise toward supporting quality health services and patient care.Responsibilities You will dispense medications to patients and interpret IV admixture orders and prepare primary IV/solutions You will manufacture nonstandard pharmaceutical preparations when required and maintain appropriate records You will supervise support personnel and assumes responsibility for final check of all completed work You will assist in the inspection of all pharmaceutical supplies on all services You will provide for the safe and accurate provision of pharmaceutical care service Requirements Completion of an ASHP accredited pharmacy residency preferred Licensed as a pharmacist in the State of Washington Minimum one (1) year of pharmacy experience preferred in setting appropriate to work assignment (hospital, retail, clinic or other) Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association Why MultiCare? Rooted in the local community Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. Growth and education Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. Well-being and support Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. Living our values Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. Belonging for all Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. Pacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $75.89 - $97.15 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Candidates must be licensed as a pharmacist in the State of Washington and hold a current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification. Completion of an ASHP accredited pharmacy residency and at least one year of relevant pharmacy experience are preferred.
Market context
Hospital pharmacy roles in Washington often draw steady demand from healthcare systems that need licensed pharmacists with inpatient and clinical experience. Competition is stronger for candidates who already hold a Washington Registered Pharmacist license and can work with automated drug distribution and clinical pharmacy methods. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and highlight any hospital pharmacy experience in your application.
