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Cape Fox SS

Pharmacist (Pain Management)

Camp Pendleton, CA

$165K - $170K/yr

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Cape Fox Concentric Methods is accepting resume for a Pharmacist (Pain Management) to provide services to our service members at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, California. The salary range for ...

Decypher

Clinical Pharmacist-Pain Management

San Diego, CA · On-site

$144.90 - $177.10/hr

Job Summary The Pain Management Clinical Pharmacist will provide direct patient care and pharmaceutical services. The Clinical Pharmacist will maintain comprehensive medication therapy management and ...

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How much do pain pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for pain pharmacist in the United States is $60.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.01 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pain pharmacist?

A pain pharmacist is a licensed pharmacist who specializes in the management and treatment of pain through medication therapy. They work closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to optimize pain management regimens for patients with acute or chronic pain. Pain pharmacists are experts in pain medications, including opioids, non-opioid analgesics, adjuvant therapies, and strategies to minimize side effects and prevent misuse. They also educate patients about their medications and monitor for effectiveness and safety.

How does a pain pharmacist typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient pain management plans?

Pain Pharmacists play an integral role in multidisciplinary healthcare teams by providing expertise in medication therapy management for pain. They routinely collaborate with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists to assess patient needs, recommend appropriate analgesics, and monitor for efficacy and side effects. This teamwork ensures that pain management strategies are tailored to each patient's medical history and goals, often involving patient education and medication adjustments. Open communication and regular case reviews are essential for optimizing outcomes and minimizing risks associated with pain medications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pain pharmacist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pain Pharmacist, you need expertise in pharmacology, pain management protocols, and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree with appropriate state licensure. Familiarity with clinical decision support systems, prescription monitoring programs, and certifications such as Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) or certifications in pain management are often required. Excellent communication, collaboration, and patient counseling skills are crucial for working with interdisciplinary teams and effectively educating patients. These competencies ensure safe, evidence-based pain management and optimize patient outcomes while minimizing risks associated with pain medications.

What is the difference between Pain Pharmacist vs Clinical Pharmacist?

AspectPain PharmacistClinical Pharmacist
CredentialsPharmacy degree, licensure, specialized pain management trainingPharmacy degree, licensure, often additional clinical certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, pain clinics, pharmacies focusing on pain managementHospitals, clinics, community pharmacies, healthcare settings
Employer & IndustryPain management centers, hospitals, specialty clinicsHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations

Both Pain Pharmacists and Clinical Pharmacists require a pharmacy degree and licensure. Pain Pharmacists specialize in pain management, working mainly in pain clinics and hospitals, while Clinical Pharmacists have a broader role across various healthcare settings. The key difference lies in their focus area and work environment, with Pain Pharmacists concentrating on pain-related therapies and Clinical Pharmacists providing comprehensive medication management.

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Infographic showing various Pain Pharmacist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,701 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

Clinical Pharmacist- Pain/Oncology Management

Society of Pain and Palliative Care Pharmacists (SPPCP)

Visalia, CA • On-site

$120 - $150/hr

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Clinical Pharmacist– Pain/Oncology Management

Clinical Pharmacist – Pain/Oncology Management:

Kaweah Health Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join their award winning Pain/Oncology Management service rotating between the inpatient pain consult service and inpatient oncology unit. This pharmacist will serve as one of three clinical pharmacy experts in the area of pain and oncology management providing individualized patient pain regimen consultations and oncology services to inpatients at Kaweah Health Medical Center.

Responsibilities include:

  • Completes individualized patient pain assessments and develops pain regimens to ensure effective pain control for acute, chronic, break-through and neuropathic pain as consulted.
  • Completes individualized assessment and monitoring of patients receiving chemotherapy medications within the acute care setting
  • Oversees safe and accurate compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy medication in the acute care setting
  • Participates in the formulary process for pain and oncology related medications by preparing drug monographs of requested non-formulary and/or formulary pain medications or performing medication use evaluations (MUEs).
  • Participates in the development and implementation of policy and procedures, order sets and/or institutional use guidelines to promote safe and effective use of pain and oncology medications.
  • Participate in interprofessional patient care with hospitalist, palliative/hospice care, oncology and anesthesia physician consultants.
  • Completes opioid stewardship review on targeted patients receiving pain management therapy to ensure appropriateness and intervenes as necessary.
  • Teaching/precepting of PGY1 residents and UCSF pharmacy students.
  • Completion of pain/oncology related patient care projects/presentations, and participation on multidisciplinary institutional committees for the pharmacy department and organization.
  • Documents clinical interventions on an ongoing basis to measure the clinical and economic effectiveness of the service with formal reporting at defined intervals.

Link here to learn more about our Pharmacy Department and Pain Management Services: https://www.kaweahhealth.org/our-services/pharmacy/

License/Certification
  • Requires a current California Registered Pharmacist license.
Education/Qualifications
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree required.
  • Completion of PGY 1 residency or at least two years acute inpatient hospital pharmacist experience as applicable to the position.
  • PGY2 in pain/palliative care, oncology or equivalent experience preferred.

For more information, contact Alan Gonzalez, Talent Acquisition Manager, at (559) 624-5210 or at alagonza@kaweahhealth.org . EOE.

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