1

Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Infusion Clinical Pharmacist

Durham, NC · On-site

$51.50 - $74.01/hr

This individual will report to the Clinical Manager of the Hematology/Oncology Service Line and work closely with Clinical Specialists as well as the Specialty Pharmacists within the UNC Carolina ...

Pediatric Pharmacist, Clinical

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$105K - $126K/yr

Overview Responsible for providing pharmaceutical services safely, accurately, and timely by reviewing physician's orders, dispensing drugs, providing clinical pharmacotherapy services and providing ...

Clinical Pharmacist - Fellowship

Durham, NC · On-site

$114K - $136K/yr

Are you a retail pharmacist looking to escape retail and make more of a clinical impact? Are you a recent graduate seeking a fellowship experience? Are you a hospital pharmacist looking to transition ...

Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51.50 - $74.01/hr

The Clinical Pharmacist will work in a multidisciplinary environment alongside our inpatient care teams. The position will provide pharmacotherapy services, medication profile review, response to ...

Clinical Pharmacist - Fellowship

Durham, NC · On-site

$114K - $136K/yr

Are you a retail pharmacist looking to escape retail and make more of a clinical impact? Are you a recent graduate seeking a fellowship experience? Are you a hospital pharmacist looking to transition ...

Clinical Pharmacist - Fellowship

Durham, NC · On-site

$114K - $136K/yr

Are you a retail pharmacist looking to escape retail and make more of a clinical impact? Are you a recent graduate seeking a fellowship experience? Are you a hospital pharmacist looking to transition ...

We?re hiring a Pediatric Clinical Inpatient Pharmacist to support our pediatric and women's populations by providing safe, accurate, and timely pharmaceutical care. In this role, you?ll partner ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Clinical Pharmacist information

See Raleigh, NC salary details

$73.4K

$126.8K

$163.8K

How much do clinical pharmacist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical pharmacist in Raleigh, NC is $126,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,200.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical pharmacist?

A clinical pharmacist is a highly trained healthcare professional who has all the training of a retail pharmacist plus additional training and licenses to provide direct patient care. As a clinical pharmacist, your responsibilities and duties include overseeing patients’ medications in a clinical setting and ensuring that they are as effective as possible. You work directly with patients and physicians to monitor and modify their medications as needed. You may work in a hospital, clinic, or therapy center where you have daily direct interactions with patients who report their changes in condition and side effects to you. You work as part of their healthcare team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical pharmacist?

To thrive as a Clinical Pharmacist, you need in-depth pharmaceutical knowledge, strong clinical decision-making skills, and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree with appropriate licensure. Familiarity with pharmacy information systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and medication management software is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams are essential soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, effective medication therapy, optimize patient outcomes, and support interdisciplinary healthcare delivery.

What are some common challenges clinical pharmacists face when working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team?

Clinical pharmacists often collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care. One common challenge is navigating differing opinions on medication therapy, which requires strong communication and negotiation skills. Additionally, balancing clinical responsibilities such as patient counseling, medication reconciliation, and participation in rounds can make time management essential. Staying updated with evolving treatment guidelines and ensuring recommendations are evidence-based is also critical in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Clinical Pharmacist vs Community Pharmacist?

AspectClinical PharmacistCommunity Pharmacist
CredentialsRequires Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)Requires Pharm.D. or Bachelor's in Pharmacy
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare settingsRetail pharmacies, drugstores
Employer & IndustryHealthcare institutions, hospitalsRetail chains, independent pharmacies
Primary FocusPatient care, medication management, therapy optimizationDispensing medications, customer service

Clinical Pharmacists focus on direct patient care within healthcare settings, managing medication therapy and collaborating with medical teams. Community Pharmacists primarily dispense medications and provide health advice in retail pharmacy environments. Both roles require a Pharm.D. degree but differ in daily responsibilities and work settings.

How much does a clinical pharmacist get paid?

The average salary for a clinical pharmacist in the United States is around $125,000 per year, though it can range from approximately $100,000 to $150,000 depending on experience, location, and work setting. Clinical pharmacists typically require a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and licensure, and they often work in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare facilities. Salaries may also vary based on certifications and specialized expertise.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Raleigh, NC?

The most popular types of Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Raleigh, NC are:

What cities near Raleigh, NC are hiring for Clinical Pharmacist jobs?

Cities near Raleigh, NC with the most Clinical Pharmacist job openings:

Infographic showing various Clinical Pharmacist job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,756 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

Infusion Clinical Pharmacist

UNC HEALTH

Durham, NC • On-site

$51.50 - $74.01/hr

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday


UNC Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 321 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

421st of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary:
The University of North Carolina (UNC) Medical Center Department of Pharmacy has an opening for a highly motivated pharmacist seeking to join our team of clinical pharmacists. The individual in this position will support patients seen through the UNC Cancer Care hematology/oncology infusion clinic in Raleigh, North Carolina.
The position offers the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment through collaboration with infusion nursing, physicians, APPs, clinical pharmacists, and operational pharmacy teams to provide therapeutic education to patients on chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The position offers the opportunity to develop preceptorship and research skills through pharmacy student and PGY1/PGY2 resident precepting and mentorship.
This individual will report to the Clinical Manager of the Hematology/Oncology Service Line and work closely with Clinical Specialists as well as the Specialty Pharmacists within the UNC Carolina Care Pharmacy Care Network.
The individual in this position will provide comprehensive pharmacist care through therapeutic education to patients seen through the infusion clinic. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing comprehensive pharmacist care to patients and collaborating closely with outpatient clinical pharmacists to ensure continuity of care between infusion and outpatient services.
Clinical Service Responsibilities
  • Educate patients and their caregivers about their hematology/oncology infusion therapy plans
  • Respond to drug information questions from the medical staff, nursing staff, or pharmacy colleagues for same-day clinical questions and infusion-related medication consultation
  • Coordinate medication-related aspects of transitional care
  • Serve as a liaison between the medical team, clinical and operational pharmacy teams, UNC Medication Assistance Program, and specialty pharmacies (including UNC Shared Services Center Pharmacy) to help address medication access barriers and ensure timely processing and delivery of specialty medications and assure all activities are coordinated and consistent

Service Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with clinical pharmacists and the infusion pharmacy team on policies, procedures, guidelines, and initiatives associated with this patient population
  • Support medication management goals set forth by the institution or Department of Pharmacy
  • Support the expansion of UNC Health's infusion services through participation in strategic initiatives and process improvement projects
  • Contribute to ongoing quality assurance and outcomes initiatives for the Department of Pharmacy and the Hematology/Oncology Division

Educational Responsibilities
  • Educate students from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, PGY1 and PGY2 residents from UNC Hospitals on their experiential rotations
  • Appointment at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is available with commensurate experience.

Other Information
Other information:
Education Requirements:
• PharmD or BS Pharmacy Degree
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
• Active pharmacist licensure with the NC Board of Pharmacy or obtainable before initiation of employment. Recent graduates of ACPE-accredited colleges/schools of pharmacy may fill this role while pending initial pharmacist licensure, but are subject to limitations mandated by the NC Board of Pharmacy and must obtain licensure within 6 months of orientation or sooner if required for operations.
Professional Experience Requirements:
  • Extensive clinical skills and pharmacotherapy knowledge base in hematology/oncology
  • Strong oral and written communication, organizational and prioritization skills
  • Ability to work in team environment
  • Ability to generate meaningful contributions related to clinical pharmacy practice and advancement of pharmacy practice.
  • Ability to design and implement projects, collect and interpret data accurately, and prepare project analyses/summaries/manuscripts
Preferred:
  • Completion of a Pharmacy Practice (PGY1) Residency or equivalent clinical experience
  • Completion of an Oncology (PGY2) Pharmacy Residency or equivalent clinical experience
  • Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: UNCH Pharmacy Ambulatory Clinical Services
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $51.50 - $74.01 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Durham
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

What UNC Health employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom