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UnityPoint Health

Pharmacy Tech

Madison, WI · On-site

$17.75 - $21.50/hr

The Discharge Specialist is responsible for facilitating and expediting the medication-related discharge process by supporting the functions of Inpatient Pharmacists, Discharge Pharmacist, and the ...

Stcharles

Discharge Community Pharmacist

Bend, OR

$71.38 - $92.81/hr

Community Pharmacist REPORTS TO POSITION: Pharmacy Manager DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy DATE LAST REVIEWED: December 2024 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the ...

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How much do discharge pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for discharge pharmacist in the United States is $58.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.63 and $68.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a discharge pharmacist?

Discharge pharmacists are specialized pharmacists who focus on ensuring that patients leaving the hospital have the correct medications and understand how to take them safely. They review the patient's medication list, reconcile any changes made during the hospital stay, and provide counseling to minimize the risk of medication errors after discharge. Discharge pharmacists play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes by preventing readmissions due to medication-related issues and supporting a smooth transition from hospital to home care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a discharge pharmacist?

To thrive as a Discharge Pharmacist, you need a solid background in clinical pharmacy, medication reconciliation, and a degree in pharmacy with appropriate licensure. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs), pharmacy management systems, and discharge planning tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams help ensure seamless patient transitions. These skills are crucial for minimizing medication errors, optimizing therapy, and supporting safe, effective patient discharges.

How does a discharge pharmacist collaborate with other healthcare professionals during the patient discharge process?

A Discharge Pharmacist works closely with doctors, nurses, and case managers to ensure that patients leaving the hospital have a clear, accurate, and safe medication plan. They review discharge prescriptions, clarify any discrepancies with prescribers, educate patients on their medications, and address potential issues such as drug interactions or duplications. This collaborative approach helps reduce readmission rates and ensures continuity of care as patients transition from hospital to home.

What is the difference between Discharge Pharmacist vs Staff Pharmacist?

AspectDischarge PharmacistStaff Pharmacist
CredentialsLicensed Pharmacist, often with additional training in discharge proceduresLicensed Pharmacist, general pharmacy license
Work EnvironmentHospitals, focusing on patient discharge and medication reconciliationRetail or hospital settings, dispensing medications and patient counseling
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare facilitiesPharmacies, hospitals, retail chains
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Discharge Pharmacist specializes in managing medication plans during patient discharge, ensuring proper medication reconciliation and patient understanding. The Staff Pharmacist provides general medication dispensing and counseling in various settings. While both roles require a pharmacy license, the Discharge Pharmacist's focus is on discharge procedures within hospitals, making it distinct from the more general role of the Staff Pharmacist.

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Infographic showing various Discharge Pharmacist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $120,850 per year, or $58.1 per hour.

MPP Clinical Discharge Pharmacist full time

Pennsylvania Medicine

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$119K - $142K/yr

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Pharmacist

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Provides comprehensive, quality medication management for patients and employees of Penn Medicine through application of pharmacy practice standards. Reviews provider orders and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical preparations to inpatient and outpatient areas of the hospital. Maintains accurate patient profiles and monitors and helps manage drug therapies in order to achieve positive patient outcomes. Oversees pharmacy technicians and students and ensures accuracy of their work prior to dispensing, Adheres to Pharmacy Policies and Procedures and organizational goals and objectives. Travels to and staffs all HUP pharmacy sites based on operational need.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide optimal pharmacy service to patients and other health care professionals by designing, recommending, monitoring, evaluating and documenting patient and age-specific pharmacotherapy.
  • Demonstrate an awareness of patient and employee confidentiality and safety when carrying out daily responsibilities.
  • Verify, prepare, and dispense medications using appropriate techniques to ensure positive outcomes of drug therapies and compliance with national and health system’s policies and procedures.
  • Provide concise, applicable and timely responses to drug information requests from health care providers and patients.
  • Participate in the management of medical emergencies.
  • Ensure adherence to medication-use policies and guidelines.
  • Manage time effectively to fulfill practice responsibilities.
  • Supervise and direct the activities of pharmacy.

Credentials:

  • Active PA Pharmacist License (Required)
  • Active PA Immunization License (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy. (Required)

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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