Clinical Specialty Pharmacist

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Specialty Pharmacist at Ascension a 2.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Pharmacy pharmacist listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Pharmacy position at Ascension is open to pharmacist candidates.

Pharmacists are expanding beyond traditional dispensing roles into clinical consulting, medication management, and remote pharmacy services.

This position is based in Austin, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a pharmacist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Medication Order Review, Medication Optimization, Patient Safety, Drug Information, Consultative Guidance, Formulary Alternatives, Clinical Expertise, Medication Dispensing. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pharmacy role.

Core responsibilities: The role involves ensuring patient safety by reviewing and optimizing medication orders in specialized areas like oncology and cardiology, and identifying/resolving drug-related problems to optimize therapy. Additionally, the pharmacist serves as a clinical expert, providing guidance to staff and pa...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage, HSA/FSA Options, 403(b) with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.