PICU Clinical Specialist

PICU Clinical Pharmacist

Location: Houston, TX

Schedule: Full-time | Day shift (M–F) with physician rounding

Setting: In-person | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Compensation: Competitive, confidential range ($145,000–$180,000)

Relocation: May be available on a case-by-case basis

The Opportunity

We are supporting the search for a PICU Clinical Pharmacist to join a respected children’s hospital with a strong reputation for compassionate, high-acuity pediatric care.

This role is based in a 32-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and offers the opportunity to work closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams in a highly collaborative environment. The position is ideal for a pharmacist who values clinical depth, team-based care, and making a tangible impact on critically ill pediatric patients and their families.

What You’ll Do

• Provide advanced clinical pharmacy services in the PICU
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds with physicians and care teams
• Support medication optimization, safety, and evidence-based care
• Contribute to clinical program development, quality initiatives, and cost stewardship
• Collaborate with pharmacy leadership and, as needed, support departmental supervision
• Uphold a culture centered on compassion, accountability, collaboration, and patient-centered care

Schedule & Call

• Weekday day shift (typically 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• One full week of on-call coverage every 8 weeks (after-hours and weekends)
• No additional on-call pay

Required Qualifications

• PharmD from an accredited school of pharmacy
• Completion of a PGY-2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency
• _OR_ PGY-1 Residency plus 3+ years of PICU experience
• Prior clinical pharmacist experience in a PICU or pediatric acute care setting
• Eligible for or licensed to practice pharmacy in Texas

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Strong clinical judgment in high-acuity pediatric environments
• Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with physicians and care teams
• Familiarity with hospital pharmacy systems and clinical workflows
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and team-based care

Why This Role

• Work in a highly regarded pediatric care environment
• Meaningful collaboration with physicians and subspecialty teams
• A role that balances clinical depth with professional sustainability
• Supportive leadership and a culture that values growth and compassion

Interested?

This search is being handled confidentially. If you’re curious to learn more or want to explore whether this role could be a fit, we welcome a conversation.

Contact:

Rebecca S. Ormerod

Physician’s Sheppard / Merens

📱 Phone or Text: 289-680-7797