Clinical Pharmacist

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority • Tacoma, WA

12d • $157,090 - $196,373 • Onsite

About The Position

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Pharmacist to join its primary care team in Tacoma, Washington. The role supports patient-centered, culturally respectful care through direct patient visits, chronic condition management, medication therapy management, and collaboration with providers and the interdisciplinary care team. The pharmacist will help optimize patient outcomes, support evidence-based medication use, and contribute to clinical programs and medication-management practices.

This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The hiring range is $157,089.94–$196,372.80 per year. The position close date is November 10, 2026. Native American Preference in employment applies; placements are made competitively using job-related factors.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Current Washington State Pharmacist license.
• Meet at least one of the following: completion of an ambulatory practice pharmacy residency program; two years of clinical ambulatory experience; or ten years of outpatient pharmacy practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records and medication regimens to identify medication-related concerns, recommend medication reconciliation, and collaborate with providers on safe, effective, and appropriate treatment.
• Provide chronic care management and chronic non-cancer pain management through independent patient visits and collaborative care.
• Participate in medication therapy management programs, including diabetes management, tobacco cessation, and anticoagulation services.
• Manage medication refills for established patients as the care team's primary point of contact unless otherwise directed by a provider.
• Provide clinical consultation to providers and the interdisciplinary care team within scope of practice, including laboratory interpretation, non-urgent medical questions, and prior authorization reviews.
• Counsel and educate patients on safe and appropriate use of medications and medical devices during in-person or approved off-site encounters.
• Develop, deliver, and participate in medication and drug education programs for residents, providers, and clinical team members.
• Maintain current knowledge of medications, treatment guidelines, and disease states to support prescribing protocols, prior authorization decisions, and evidence-based medication use.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of medication-management protocols, clinical review criteria, and formulary recommendations, considering best practices, clinical efficacy, cost-effectiveness, contract availability, and third-party billing considerations; communicate recommendations to clinical leadership.
• Document patient encounters, clinical recommendations, and related activities accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
• Participate in peer review of fellow Clinical Pharmacists in accordance with the applicable Collaborative Drug Therapy Agreement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; PTHA pays 100% of employee monthly premiums, with coverage beginning the first of the month following hire.
• 13 annual vacation days and 13 annual sick leave days.
• 18 or more paid holidays each year, including a birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with annual profit-sharing contributions after one year of service.
• Employer-provided life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Student loan assistance opportunities through several student loan repayment programs for which PTHA is an approved site.
• Supportive work environment that values employee well-being, mutual respect, and work-life balance.
• Professional growth and development, including continuing education and contribution to resident education and clinical development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree