Central Pharmacist (Pharmacist 1) – Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

This Pharmacy position at State of Oregon is open to pharmacist candidates.

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

State of Oregon lists compensation for this pharmacist position at $116k to $178k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Salem, Oregon.

Key skills and qualifications: Pharmacist licensure, Medication distribution, Pharmacy technician supervision, Medication storage, Regulatory compliance, Cold storage management, Controlled medication systems, Medication order review. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pharmacy role.

Core responsibilities: The Central Pharmacist ensures the safe and appropriate distribution of medications to patient care areas at the Oregon State Hospital. They oversee pharmacy technician activities, manage medication storage systems, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Benefits package: Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, Deferred Compensation, FSA, 11 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Sick Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.