Pharmacist, Pending Lic, Out of State
Listed compensation
$114k-$154k
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
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
Key Skills
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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