Clinical Pharmacist in Tacoma, Washington at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority

Make an Impact Where it Matters Most.

At Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), healthcare is about more than treating illness — it’s about building relationships, honoring culture, and promoting whole-person wellness. We’re seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Pharmacist who is passionate about patient-centered care, collaborative practice, and helping our community live healthier lives. Join a team where your clinical expertise, heart to serve, and commitment to culturally respectful care can make a meaningful difference every day.

Location: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WA

Schedule: Full-Time | Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hiring Range: $157,089.94 - $196,372.80 per year

Position Close Date: November 10, 2026

As a Clinical Pharmacist, your expertise will directly support the health of the community. You'll participate in collaborative care, chronic condition management, and community education, making a difference where it truly matters. If you thrive in a team-based environment and want to practice at the top of your license while serving a vibrant community, this is your opportunity.

How You'll Make an Impact:

As a Clinical Pharmacist and key member of our primary care team, you will play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes through direct care and provider collaboration:

• Review patient medical records and medication regimens to identify medication-related concerns, provide medication reconciliation recommendations, and collaborate with providers to support safe, effective, and appropriate treatment.
• Provide chronic care management and chronic non-cancer pain management through independent patient visits and collaborative care, including participation in medication therapy management programs such as diabetes management, tobacco cessation, and anticoagulation services.
• Manage medication refills for established patients as the primary point of contact within the care team, unless otherwise directed by the provider.
• Support providers and the interdisciplinary care team with clinical consultation within scope of practice, including laboratory interpretation, non-urgent medical questions, and prior authorization reviews.
• Counsel and educate patients on the 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 clinically appropriate 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 based on 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 (EHR).
• Participate in peer review of fellow Clinical Pharmacists in accordance with the applicable Collaborative Drug Therapy Agreement.

Why Practice at PTHA?

As a Clinical Pharmacist at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact beyond dispensing medications. Through direct patient care, medication therapy management, and collaboration with providers, you’ll help patients better understand their treatment options, manage chronic conditions, and achieve improved health outcomes. Your clinical knowledge will also help shape medication management practices and support the continued growth of our clinical team.

What Makes PTHA Different?

• Purpose-Driven Practice – Put your skills to work in an organization grounded in respect, cultural humility, and a commitment to community wellness.
• Meaningful Clinical Impact – Help shape and support medication therapy management programs, including diabetes management, tobacco cessation, and anticoagulation services.
• Collaborative Team Culture – Partner with providers and clinical team members who value teamwork, integrity, and compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Competitive Compensation – Receive compensation that recognizes your clinical expertise, experience, and contributions.
• Professional Growth & Development – Stay current with evolving pharmacological research, pursue continuing education, and contribute to resident education and clinical development.
• Culturally Grounded Care – Practice in an environment that respects Indigenous traditions, perspectives, and community values.
• Organizational Stability & Purpose – Build your career with an established healthcare organization deeply connected to the community it serves.

PTHA Employee Benefits:

At PTHA, we believe caring for our community starts with caring for our team. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial future, and work-life balance.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage: PTHA pays 100% of employee monthly premiums, with coverage beginning the first of the month following your hire date.
• Paid time off: 13 annual vacation days and 13 annual sick leave days.
• Paid holidays: 18 or more paid holidays each year, including a birthday holiday.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) plan with annual profit-sharing contributions after (1) year of service.
• Life insurance: Employer-provided life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Student loan assistance opportunities: PTHA is an approved site for several student loan repayment programs.
• Supportive work environment: Join a team that values employee well-being, mutual respect, and a healthy work-life balance.

Ready to make a difference? At PTHA, you can put your expertise into practice in ways that strengthen patient care today while helping build healthier futures for the community we serve.

In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
• Current WA State Pharmacist license

Must meet one of the below requirements:

• Completion of an ambulatory practice pharmacy residency program
• -OR- (2) years of clinical ambulatory experience
• -OR- (10) years of outpatient pharmacy practice experience