Pharmacist

PharmacistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$170K - $196K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Company Description

Support safe, coordinated medication management within a structured international healthcare environment where clinical judgment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered pharmacy care help ensure accurate treatment and continuity of care.

International SOS Government Medical Services partners with healthcare professionals seeking meaningful, mission-driven work around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while collaborating with experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in more than 90 countries, International SOS provides clinical care, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Job Description

Provide comprehensive pharmacy services within a collaborative healthcare environment supporting U.S. government personnel in Iraq. Working alongside physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams, this Pharmacist role combines medication management, clinical consultation, patient education, and pharmacy operations oversight to support safe, effective, and coordinated patient care.

Location: Iraq

This role offers the opportunity to practice across a broad clinical scope while contributing to medication safety, interdisciplinary care coordination, and professionally managed healthcare delivery within an established international healthcare program.

Key Responsibilities

Review, verify, and dispense medications while supporting safe, effective treatment plans across a broad range of patient care needs.

Provide medication counseling and clinical education to patients and healthcare staff regarding dosage, interactions, side effects, and appropriate medication use.

Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and clinical teams to support medication management, optimize patient outcomes, and ensure continuity of care.

Monitor medication therapies for safety, effectiveness, and compliance with pharmacy regulations, clinical protocols, and quality standards.

Oversee pharmacy inventory, medication storage, procurement, and distribution processes while supporting organized pharmacy operations and workflow continuity.

Support health screenings, pharmacy documentation, and supervision of pharmacy support staff within the scope of pharmacy practice.

Qualifications

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school.

Full unrestricted U.S. Pharmacist licensure required.

  • Current BLS certification required.
  • 3+ years of recent pharmacist experience, including at least 6 months within the last year.

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a valid passport.

Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT security clearance and ability to meet deployment-related medical and physical requirements.

Preferred

  • Previous experience in international, military, or multidisciplinary healthcare environments.
  • Familiarity with integrated clinical workflows and collaborative patient care delivery.
  • Additional Information
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Compensation Disclaimer

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE Roles)

Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Work Location: Iraq

Compensation: USD 14175 - USD 16350 - monthly

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Inventory ManagementClinical Protocol CompliancePatient Care Coordination

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% are remote, 30% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$183k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $189k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist at International SOS Government Medical Services a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,288 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$183k midpoint, that is roughly $7k–$13k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution23 jobs · 17 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
89% this job
Sign-on bonus
44%
CME allowance
6%
Relocation assistance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.6
Among the best 10% of Pharmacy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 10,288 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k≈ 1.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About International SOS Government Medical Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Singapore
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
401k Plan
Paid Time Off
Annual Bonus