Clinical Staff Pharmacist - CICU / Cardiology (Days)

This Cardiology position at Texas Children's Hospital is open to pharmacist candidates.

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

Nationally, Cardiology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $440k, with the typical range spanning $340k to $600k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

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 Houston, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a pharmacist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical Pharmacy, Cardiology, CICU, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacokinetics, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, Patient Safety, Electronic Medical Records. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Cardiology role.

Core responsibilities: The Clinical Staff Pharmacist will manage medication use processes and assist in direct patient care within the CICU and Cardiology departments. Responsibilities include participating in multi-disciplinary rounds, monitoring drug therapy, and ensuring safe medication administration for patients.