Clinical Pharmacist- Ambulatory Care

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Pharmaceutical Care, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to provide expert care for patients in our Ambulatory Care Pharmacies. The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care to patients served by UI Health Care Ambulatory Care Pharmacies. Responsibilities include delivering clinical support, patient education, medication dispensing, and ongoing monitoring for patients receiving medications through ambulatory pharmacies, including immunization services. This role may also support ambulatory care operations at a UI Health Care central fill pharmacy location. In addition, the Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist serves as a role model for Department of Pharmaceutical Care staff, residents, and students, supporting the development of professional skills and contributing to the continued growth and expansion of ambulatory pharmacy services.

Requirements

Current licensure by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners required upon hire.
Immunization Certification.
Basic Life Support Certification.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Job related experience with and/or commitment to service excellence.
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of applicable pharmacy experience is preferred. Prior work or student rotational experience may be considered as relevant.
Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY1 Residency.
Health system pharmacy experience.
Specialty Pharmacy experience.
Non-sterile compounding experience.
Board certification in Ambulatory Care, Pharmacotherapy, Oncology, Certification in Specialty Pharmacy or other pertinent area.

Responsibilities

Provides Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) on clinic-administered medications and take-home prescription orders.
Completes a comprehensive patient assessment which includes evaluation of the patient’s medications, and an evaluation of the patient’s medical history.
Evaluates all prescription orders to ensure the appropriateness of the following: Indication for use, Dose, Route of administration, Drug interactions, Dose adjustments for organ dysfunction, Physical and therapeutic incompatibilities, Drug-induced side effects and adverse reactions, Potential drug misuse or abuse, Use of the most cost-effective therapy, Duplicate therapy.
Ensures pharmacokinetic assessment of drug dosing on targeted patients through: Clinical assessment of patients and desired therapeutic endpoints, Preparation of formal dosing recommendations.
Communicates with prescribers about patient medication needs.
Conducts review of patient profiles and updates as needed based upon findings at time of patient visit.
Provides appropriate drug information to other healthcare professionals.
Assesses drug allergies noted in the medical record.
Participates in collecting and documenting medication histories on patients.
Evaluates patient compliance with prescribed medication therapy and identifies problems that may lead to partial or noncompliance.
Utilizes appropriate resources and coordinates the resolution of financial concerns/burdens with department financial counselors.
Documents All Patient Care Activities Performed
Coordinates Patient Communications and Interactions
Facilitates Operational Initiatives Which Lead to Enhanced Patient Care Services
Follows-up on any medication system problems, such as: Unclear or inappropriate prescription orders, Cost effective drug therapy, Prescription for non-formulary products.
Carries out, as appropriate, Medication Use Evaluation Program initiatives through active prescriber intervention and education.
Serves on intra- and interdepartmental committees, task forces, and teams as required.
Provides Educational Services
Facilitates Transitions of Care
Complete and maintain compliance with all competencies and educational requirements.