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Pharmacist, Pending Lic, Out of State

PharmacistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$114k-$154k

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Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

500160 Pharmacy SMH

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URCC 219

Compensation Range

$114,400.00 - $154,440.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

In a less than 6 months period, functions as a limited access pharmacist who has an active and current license in another jurisdiction (e. g. state) and is eligible for and pending licensure and registration in New York State. May complete training activities and work in a limited capacity under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. May assist in dispensing and clinical activities if supervised by a licensed pharmacist.

Essential Functions

Completes training in relevant department areas under a licensed pharmacist's supervision. Training may include activities related to the electronic medical record functionality, pharmacy operating systems, medication dispensing systems, sterile compounding, non-sterile compounding, general pharmacy operations, and provision of clinical pharmacy services.

Works collaboratively with other clinicians and health-care providers to implement and maintain innovative disease or medication management programs and clinical pharmacy services under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, resolves problems with appropriate and direct communication to all pertinent staff in a clear and concise manner. Identifies patient care problems and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress. Contacts supervisor for assistance when the solution is beyond expertise or authority.

Documents clinical pharmacy activities as appropriate in the medical record or other systems (e. g. event reporting system), with cosignature by a licensed pharmacist.

Participates in the development of global medication use management programs within the University of Rochester Medical Center, including clinical guidelines, critical pathways, disease management, and drug use programs, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Conducts QA, MUE, or other research to document the value and contribution of pharmacy services at URMC. Participates in departmental Q/A processes such as reporting and following up on medication incidents, reconciling MARs, cost-savings initiatives etc.

Holds active membership and participates in local, regional and national professional organizations in areas of practice. Provision of continuing professional education to peers in the community, region, and/or nationally. Serves on departmental, hospital, or medical center committees or task forces.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Certifications

Active and current Pharmacist License from another jurisdiction, and eligible for New York State Pharmacy Licensure and Registration upon hire required

BPS Board Certification in a relevant field of practice upon hire preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or a PharmD and possess an active pharmacist license in another jurisdiction. Eligibility for New York State licensure and registration upon hire is mandatory.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Quality assuranceMedication use evaluationProfessional communication

Pharmacist Career Context

In New York, the Pharmacy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$142k (115 salary observations; 264 listings), vs ~$138k nationally (1,587 salary observations; 7,786 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% are remote, 63% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$134k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution22 jobs · 17 employers

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<$145k
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$145k-170k
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$170k-195k
4
$195k-220k
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$230k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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CME allowance
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Below most Pharmacy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,670 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Rochester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$247k≈ 2.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,476/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.0
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Rochester, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.