Company Overview
At OHSU, we’re committed to advancing health through innovation, discovery, and education. We believe that better health begins with bold ideas—whether developed in the lab, taught in the classroom, practiced at the bedside, or delivered directly within our communities.
From pioneering research in cancer and Alzheimer’s to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, our teams work together every day to deepen our understanding of disease, improve treatment, and shape the future of health care.
This mission is powered by our entire community—scientists, clinicians, nurses, educators, and dedicated professionals across all disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
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Apply advanced clinical knowledge to identify, resolve, and document complex medication-related issues for a specific patient population.
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Accurately interpret and evaluate prescriber orders for appropriateness, safety, and completeness.
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Ensure safe medication preparation and dispensing while documenting clinical interventions and medication distribution discrepancies.
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Support medication reconciliation and patient education on home regimens, collaborating with care teams to ensure coordinated discharge planning.
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Monitor therapeutic outcomes and adverse effects, consulting with providers and documenting in the medical record.
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Provide accurate, evidence-based drug information to providers, nursing staff, patients, and families, applying clinical literature to individual care plans.
Required Qualifications
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Active Pharmacist license issued by the Oregon State Board of Pharmacy.
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Completion of a residency program or equivalent experience; or board certification (e.g., BCPS, BCOPS).
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Experience in inpatient hospital pharmacy serving diverse care settings, including acute, psychiatric, rehabilitation, long-term care, oncology, hospice, and more.
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Demonstrated competencies in:
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Safe, accurate medication therapy management and patient-centered care.
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Age- and disease-specific therapy modifications.
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Evidence-based decision-making using clinical literature.
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Independent work with minimal supervision in high-paced environments.
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Effective communication and teamwork across clinical and non-clinical teams.
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Prioritization and critical thinking in emergent situations.
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Use of EMRs, pharmacy databases, and other healthcare technologies.
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Professional judgment, problem-solving, and compliance with clinical standards and policies.
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Preferred Qualifications
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PGY-2 Specialty Residency
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BLS/ACLS certification
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Immunization certification
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Teaching certificate
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Oncology pharmacy experience (inpatient and/or outpatient)
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Proficiency in managing chemotherapy and supportive care therapies
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Board certifications (e.g., BCPS, BCOPS)
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State of Oregon Pharmacy Preceptor license
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $74.23 – $101.92
(Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity)
Inclusion & Diversity at OHSU
All Are Welcome
At OHSU, we are committed to building a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We take pride in being an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those who bring diverse perspectives and promote an inclusive and equitable workplace.