Clinical Lead Pharmacist (Emergency Medicine (4 days per week, 12:00p-10:30p)

University Health

10d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Clinical Lead Pharmacist, you’ll serve as both a hands-on clinical practitioner and a departmental leader—supporting patient care, advancing pharmacy practice, and mentoring pharmacy staff. In addition to fulfilling the responsibilities of a Clinical Pharmacist, you'll provide expert pharmaceutical care through clinical services, staff development, education, research, and direct patient engagement. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape outcomes not only within the pharmacy department but across the broader healthcare team.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited program
• Current Missouri pharmacist license, in good standing with Medication Therapy Services (MTS) designation
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency or equivalent experience in the relevant practice area
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification—current or obtained upon hire
• Attain and maintain Board Certification (BPS) in designated area of practice within 2 years of hire

Nice To Haves

• Previous emergency medicine hospital experience
• Board certification in respective area of practice through the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties
• Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY2 pharmacy residency in respective area of practice (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care through direct patient interaction and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for pharmacy staff and learners
• Contribute to teaching and precepting of pharmacy students and residents
• Participate in general pharmacy staffing and operational support as needed
• Lead or support quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and research efforts
• Collaborate across departments to promote safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use
• Maintain active involvement in continuing education and specialty board certification

Benefits

• Lead and shape clinical pharmacy practice in a progressive health system
• Influence medication use policy and patient outcomes through research and innovation
• Work with a multidisciplinary team committed to learning, quality, and care excellence

What This Job Offers

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