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Clinical Pharmacist

Meritus Health·Washington County, Maryland

$108,077 - $163,654/yrFull TimeOn Site5-10 yrsPosted 1 month ago
Practice for this role

Clinical Pharmacist · $108,077 - $163,654/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +21% vs. median posted salary for pharmacy roles in Maryland ($89,440, n=78)
  • 111 similar openings in Maryland · median $77,600
$30,000 · lowesthighest · $260,000
this role: $108,077median $89,440

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 78 posted pharmacy roles in Maryland salarys. This role sits in the 69th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 21% above the Maryland median for pharmacy roles.

The Clinical Pharmacist will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care, including medication order verification, sterile compounding oversight, and clinical monitoring. They will also collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure safe medication therapy and provide drug information to staff and patients.

Make a difference through advanced clinical pharmacy practice

Join a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. As a clinical pharmacist, you will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated medication management, clinical services, and drug information support. Working closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-Based medication therapy for patients of all ages.

What you'll do

Review, verify, and dispense medication orders in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols.

Oversee pharmacy personnel in the preparation and distribution of medications.

Ensure compliance with usp 797 standards for sterile compounding.

Monitor medication therapies for safety, effectiveness, allergies, contraindications, drug interactions, and appropriate dosing.

Participate in antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and medication management protocols.

Conduct medication histories and support medication reconciliation efforts.

Provide timely and accurate drug information to physicians, nurses, patients, and families.

Educate staff and patients on medication therapies and best practices.

Document clinical interventions and pharmacy activities accurately.

Detect, report, and help prevent adverse drug events and medication errors.

Support formulary management and medication-Use optimization initiatives.

Mentor pharmacy staff, residents, students, and interns.

Participate in quality improvement projects, department meetings, and organizational initiatives.

Promote a culture of patient safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education
  • Doctor of pharmacy (Pharmd) degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Experience candidates must meet one of the following

  • Completion of a pgy-1 pharmacy residency, or
  • Board certification (Bcps), or
  • More than 5 years of experience with at least 50% of practice in a clinical pharmacist role.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and possess a Maryland pharmacist license or be eligible to obtain one. Applicants are required to have completed a PGY-1 residency, hold board certification (BCPS), or have over 5 years of clinical pharmacy experience.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Documentation
  • Mentoring
  • Communication skills
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient safety
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Medication management
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Clinical pharmacy
  • Formulary management
  • Antimicrobial stewardship
  • Sterile compounding
  • USP 797 compliance
  • Medication therapy monitoring
  • Drug information support

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Shift differential
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401k plan
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Education assistance program

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Salary
$108,077 - $163,654/yr
Location
Washington County, Maryland
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Meritus Health

Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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  • Licensure
  • Maryland pharmacist license required or eligibility to obtain licensure.
  • Pharmacists obtaining licensure through reciprocity or recent graduates must secure maryland licensure within 4 months of hire or graduation, as applicable.
  • Preferred skills
  • Strong clinical judgment and decision-Making abilities.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-Paced healthcare environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Teaching, mentoring, and leadership abilities.

Why join us?

Work alongside highly skilled physicians, nurses, and pharmacy professionals.

Participate in advanced clinical pharmacy services and stewardship programs.

Opportunities for professional growth, specialization, and ongoing development.

Collaborative environment focused on patient safety and quality outcomes.

Make a meaningful impact on patient care across the continuum of treatment.

Caring for our team we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-Being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-Term disability coverage. Paid time off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to help

At meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-Driven closures, and are always happy to help.

Market context

Maryland pharmacy technician market context

Pharmacy technician roles in Maryland are commonly tied to steady demand in retail, hospital, and outpatient settings, where employers need support with dispensing, inventory, and patient service. Competition can be strongest for candidates who already hold Maryland Board of Pharmacy registration and can show reliability, accuracy, and familiarity with regulated workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to the setting you know best.

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