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Knoxville, Tennessee

Pharmacist In Patient

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Job Description

Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR), has an opportunity for an Inpatient Pharmacist at the University of Tennessee Medical Center (UTMC) in Knoxville, TN.

UTMC is Eastern Tennessee’s only Magnet-recognized hospital, known for excellence in patient care and nursing standards. This is your opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a team that values your skills and supports your growth.

Position Highlights

  • Flexible contract position (13-week assignments) with option to extend.
  • Day, Mid and Night Schedule
  • Employee status and access to a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and, Vision
  • Partner with a highly trained multidisciplinary care team in a supportive environment

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Pharm D
  • Pharmacist license in the state of Tennessee or Reciprocity, Multi-State Compact License
  • At least 1 year of Pharmacist experience, preferably in a level 1 trauma center

About Knoxville, Tennessee

Knoxville's unique location makes it the perfect destination for nature enthusiasts and city-lovers alike. Just 35 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains, enjoy world-class scenery and all the perks of being close to a major metropolis. Some highlights include:

  • Sample farm-fresh produce at the weekly Market Square Farmers Market
  • Admire unique exhibits at the Knoxville Museum of Art
  • Explore the Ijams Nature Park by foot, bike, or kayak
  • Engage in the local arts and culture scene with a live show at the Tennessee Theater

For More Information

  • Kathleen Strautmann
  • Kathleen_strautmann@spectrumhealth.com
  • 314-744-4144

Company Overview

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.

  • EOE/Disabled/Veterans
  • Location: Location
  • US-TN-Knoxville
  • Recruiter: Full Name: First Last
  • Kathleen Strautmann
  • Direct phone number
  • 314-744-4144
  • Recruiter: Email kathleen_strautmann@spectrumhealth.com

Key Responsibilities

The Inpatient Pharmacist will partner with a multidisciplinary care team to provide high-quality patient care at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. Responsibilities include managing inpatient pharmacy operations and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or Pharm D and possess a valid Pharmacist license in Tennessee or a Multi-State Compact License. A minimum of 1 year of pharmacist experience, preferably in a level 1 trauma center, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Clinical PharmacyMultidisciplinary CollaborationMedication ManagementHospital Pharmacy Operations

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 62% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Pharmacy market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPharmacy median $149k (middle half $135k–$149k)193 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pharmacy listings in Tennessee235 active10,228 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 24% remote · 62% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee pharmacist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus · 24% offer loan repayment244 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pharmacy listings3,519 in the last 30 days3,306 the 30 days before (+6%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pharmacy pay trend+3.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Spectrum Healthcare Resourcessilver tier, 73/100Top Employers work-life index60 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 Pharmacist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

23 jobs
10
<$165k
7
$165k-180k
3
$180k-195k
1
$206k
2
$210k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs
401k / retirement match
95%
Sign-on bonus
35%
Loan repayment
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Population Health Clinical Pharmacist

Banner Health · Phoenix, Arizona

$62.63-$104.39/hr
#2

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist

Providence · Spokane, Washington

$64.44-$101.73/hr
#3

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist

$66.43-$99.27/hr
#4

Dispensing Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Full Time

$55.53-$93.08/hr
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Pharmacy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 10,050 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Spectrum Healthcare Resources

Hospitals and Health Care
Town and Country, Missouri
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Employee Status
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Multidisciplinary Care Team

Living in Knoxville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$1,701/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.