Pharmacist - Murdoch

PharmacistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$97k-$195k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

  • Agency
  • Dept of Health and Human Services
  • Division
  • Murdoch Developmental Center
  • Job Classification Title
  • Pharmacist (NS)
  • Position Number
  • 60050829
  • Grade
  • MH23

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive and accurate pharmaceutical care to all persons treated at MDC in accordance with Federal and State laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. Services for drug information, drug utilization, drug interaction, drug monitoring, drug interpretation, medical education or any drug related services within our capacity will be provided for everyone in compliance with Department of Health and Human Services and ICF-IDD standards.

  • ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated a ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergency events.
  • Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
  • Recruitment Range: $97,268.00 - $194,534.00

This is a Repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

*A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting.*

  • Experience in interpreting drug literature
  • Knowledge in providing correct drug information
  • Knowledge of pharmacology and pathophysiology
  • Knowledge of North Carolina pharmacy laws and regulations
  • Knowledge and adherence to standards of the profession

Experience with Medication Therapy Reviews

Experience with writing medication reviews in a medical chart.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of North Carolina.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter

Diane Marie Power

Contact

DHHS Workday Support Form

Key Responsibilities

The pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care, including drug monitoring, interpretation, and information services for patients at the Murdoch Developmental Center. They ensure all services comply with federal, state, and departmental standards for drug-related care.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of North Carolina. The role requires knowledge of pharmacology, pathophysiology, and state pharmacy regulations, along with experience in medication therapy reviews.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical chart documentation

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 42 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 52% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$146k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $155k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About State of North Carolina

Government Administration
Raleigh, North Carolina
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus of $10,000 may be offered
State government benefits
State retirement pension