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West Virginia University Health System

$19.75 - $24/hr

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How much do pharmacy spec jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmacy spec in the United States is $24.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Pharmacy Specialist, you need strong knowledge of pharmacology, prescription processing, and medication safety, typically supported by a pharmacy technician certification or relevant degree. Familiarity with pharmacy management software, automated dispensing systems, and regulatory compliance tools is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong organizational skills help you excel in coordinating with medical staff and ensuring accurate medication distribution. These skills are crucial for maintaining patient safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient pharmacy operations.

Is AI replacing pharmacists?

Pharmacy technicians and pharmacists are increasingly using AI tools to assist with tasks like medication management, inventory, and data analysis. However, AI is designed to support, not replace, the professional judgment, patient interaction, and clinical decision-making that pharmacists provide. Human oversight remains essential in ensuring safe and effective patient care.

What is the difference between Pharmacy Spec vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectPharmacy SpecPharmacy Technician
CredentialsCertification or registration often requiredCertification or registration often required
Work EnvironmentRetail, hospital, or clinical pharmacy settingsRetail, hospital, or clinical pharmacy settings
Job RoleAssists pharmacists, manages inventory, and ensures medication accuracySupports pharmacists by preparing prescriptions and handling administrative tasks

Pharmacy Spec and Pharmacy Technician roles share similar credentials and work environments, often overlapping in retail and hospital settings. However, Pharmacy Specs typically focus more on medication management and inventory oversight, while Pharmacy Technicians handle prescription preparation and administrative duties. Both roles are essential in pharmacy operations and often searched together by those exploring pharmacy careers.

What are Pharmacy Specialists?

Pharmacy Specialists are healthcare professionals who assist pharmacists with the preparation, dispensing, and management of medications. They may work in hospitals, retail pharmacies, or other healthcare settings and are responsible for ensuring the safe and accurate handling of medications. Their duties often include inventory management, medication compounding, and providing support to both pharmacists and patients. Pharmacy Specialists play a key role in improving patient care and ensuring that pharmacy operations run smoothly.

How does a Pharmacy Specialist typically collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure accurate medication dispensing?

Pharmacy Specialists work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to verify medication orders, clarify dosages, and resolve any discrepancies. They play a critical role in reviewing prescriptions for accuracy, checking for potential drug interactions, and providing medication counseling to both providers and patients. Effective collaboration often involves participating in interdisciplinary rounds, communicating promptly about changes in patient therapy, and staying updated on formulary changes. This teamwork helps optimize patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.

What is the highest paid pharmacy specialty?

In pharmacy, specialized roles such as oncology, nuclear pharmacy, and pharmacovigilance tend to have higher salaries due to advanced skills and certifications. Pharmacists working in these high-demand specialties often earn higher compensation compared to general pharmacy roles, especially with additional training and experience.
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Critical Care Clinical Pharmacy Spec - Pharmacy-Staffing

Critical Care Clinical Pharmacy Spec - Pharmacy-Staffing

Lakeland Regional Health

Lakeland, FL • On-site

$114K - $143K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Lakeland Regional Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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484th of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Position Details
Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Provisional Level 1 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.
Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off
Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 72.00
Shift: Weekdays with Rotating Weekends
Location: 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL
Pay Rate: Min $114,545.60 Mid $143,187.20Position Summary
Provides pharmaceutical care to critically ill or ED patents according to expert judgment and LRH policies and procedures. Work within the scope of Pharmacy Laws and Standards of Practice to maximize benefit to the patient while minimizing associated costs. Functions include rounding as a member of the multidisciplinary critical care team, if applicable, and to provide pharmacotherapeutic management for all ICU/ED patients, responding to resuscitation events, and coordinating the development and implementation of drug therapy protocols to maximize benefits of drug therapy. He/she must identify opportunities for and contribute to the improvement of quality, safety, and costs, as well as patient, customer, and employee satisfaction.
Position Responsibilities
People At The Heart Of All We Do
  • Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
  • Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.
Safety And Performance Improvement
  • Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
  • Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
  • Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.
Stewardship
  • Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
  • Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.
Standard Work Duties: Critical Care Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
  • Actively participates in pharmacy team development and accomplishing department goals and objectives. Remains current with all LRH mandatory annual education.
  • Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care (pharmacokinetic monitoring, nutritional support, patient-specific dosing of medications with consideration of age, renal and hepatic insufficiency, underlying conditions, provision of drug information, etc.) for the critically ill/ED patient in a manner consistent with consensus guidelines and evidence-based medicine.
  • Evaluates drug therapy for appropriate indications, dosing, drug interactions, and drug allergies. Monitors the patient's pharmacotherapeutic regimen for effectiveness and adverse drug events/reactions and intervenes as needed. Reports adverse drug events/reactions in appropriate institutional system(s) and assists in determining root cause(s) and any potential improvements in the medication use system.
  • Actively participates as a member of the multidisciplinary critical care/ED team (physicians, nurses, other pharmacy staff, etc.) to provide cost-effective and efficient medication and resource utilization for all critically ill/ED patients. Participates in multidisciplinary patient care rounds when applicable.
  • Participates in critical care/ED pharmacotherapy research and/or quality improvement efforts with a focus on improvement in patient outcomes.
  • Coordinates the development, implementation, education, and assessment of evidence-based pharmacotherapy protocols.
  • Provides consultation to hospital committees, such as Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T), when critical care or ED pharmacotherapy issues are discussed. Assists with monograph development or formulary reviews when needed.
  • Provides education to the critical care/ED team members regarding current drug-related policies and procedures as well as other pharmacotherapy topics as necessary. Provides education to pharmacy staff in the form of a presentation or in-service at least annually or at the direction of the Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator. Participates in the education of pharmacy residents and students, and overall residency program requirements and activities as outlined in the LRH Pharmacy Residency Program Manual and in accordance with the ASHP Accreditation Standard.
  • Identifies how drug costs may be minimized through appropriate use of drugs in the critical care/ED areas and through implementation of cost-containment measures.
  • Organizes job functions and work assignments to be able to effectively complete assignments or projects within established time frames.

Competencies & Skills
Essential:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Nonessential:
  • Cerner/PowerChart experience

Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
  • Doctorate

Essential:
  • Doctor of Pharmacy from ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy or equivalent.

Essential:
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Other information:
Licenses Essential: Eligible for Florida Pharmacist license.
Licenses Preferred: Active Florida Pharmacist license.
Certifications Preferred: Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist or Board Certified Critical Care Pharmacist.
Experience Essential: Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency with at least two years of critical care/ED clinical experience, or equivalent.
Experience Preferred: Successful completion of a PGY2 Critical Care or Emergency Medicine residency, or have at least three to four years of critical care/ED clinical experience.

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