Clinical Pharmacist Ambulatory - Specialty Pharmacy

Brown Medicine•Cranston, RI

3d•$105,019 - $173,264•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist Ambulatory - Specialty Pharmacy interprets, evaluates, prepares, and dispenses medications based on legitimate orders or prescriptions, following established policies, procedures, standards of practice, and the scope of ambulatory pharmacy services. The pharmacist collaborates with multidisciplinary care providers to monitor medication use, assess patient needs, and intervene to promote safe, appropriate, and cost-effective treatment. The role also oversees and reviews the work of pharmacy technicians, interns, and ancillary support personnel. The pharmacist applies pharmacotherapeutic and pharmacokinetic principles, reviews prescriptions for therapeutic appropriateness, addresses medication-access barriers, and educates patients, families, and healthcare practitioners. Specialty Pharmacy responsibilities include patient outreach and assessment, support for the Specialty Drug Patient Management Program, and participation in patient care planning. Depending on the specific position, responsibilities may also include medication access services or clinic-based medication management. The position reports to the Director Brown University Health Pharmacy, Director Specialty Pharmacy, or Ambulatory Manager, as applicable. Work is performed independently within departmental policies and practices, with complex issues referred to a supervisor. The pharmacist is expected to model Brown University Health’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and its core Success Factors.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
Before the start date, hold current unrestricted pharmacist licensure or a 90-day temporary pharmacist license in Rhode Island; obtain full licensure before the temporary license expires and maintain current unrestricted Rhode Island pharmacist licensure thereafter.
For positions involving immunizations or medication administrations, obtain and maintain an ACPE-approved Immunization Certification and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within six months of the start date.
Two to three years of progressively more responsible related experience is desired; experience in a similarly diverse and operationally complex healthcare environment is preferred.
Knowledge of pharmacy information systems, electronic health records, automated dispensing technology, and personal computers.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to travel occasionally between facilities or sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of progressively more responsible related experience, preferably in a similarly diverse and operationally complex healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Apply pharmacotherapeutic and pharmacokinetic principles to promote safe and effective medication use.
Provide pharmacy services in accordance with established policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Receive and review outpatient medication orders and prescriptions for therapeutic appropriateness based on the patient’s clinical status, other medications, diet, and developmental or aging considerations.
Contact prescribers when needed to recommend interventions that improve therapeutic efficacy, reduce medication risks, and optimize cost effectiveness.
Help remove barriers to medication access and support patient recruitment for Brown University Health Pharmacy.
Educate patients and families on medication use and provide healthcare practitioners with accurate drug information, including interactions, potential adverse effects, incompatibilities, and administration instructions.
Participate in education and training for healthcare practitioners, pharmacy personnel, students, and other care providers; may precept pharmacy residents and interns.
Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities, including adverse drug reaction, clinical intervention, and medication incident reporting.
Maintain professional competence through staff development, independent study, professional activities, and affiliations.
Perform immunizations or medication administrations when applicable to the position and responsibilities.
Review, approve, and enter medication orders in the pharmacy information system, including appropriate product, dose, frequency, and duration, and ensure relevant patient-specific information is included in medication profiles.
Dispense the correct medication, quantity, dosage, and dosage form at the appropriate time.
Review and approve medication formulations requiring compounding or manipulation and check the final product when preparation is delegated to technician staff.
Maintain documentation and records related to medication purchasing, storage, preparation, and distribution.
Follow Specialty Drug Patient Management Program policies and procedures and encourage patient participation.
Conduct patient outreach and assessments in accordance with the Specialty Drug Patient Management Program.
For applicable Medication Access Program roles, provide refill authorization services under collaborative practice agreements and protocols; investigate patient questions using the electronic health record; document benefit investigations, prior authorizations, medication reconciliations, and financial assistance services; and recommend alternatives when appropriate.
For applicable Medication Access Program roles, monitor technician work on refill processing, prior authorizations, denials and appeals, and medication delivery coordination; provide feedback and help improve workflows and outcomes.
For applicable clinic-based roles, monitor and interpret laboratory results and adjust medication regimens under applicable protocols and collaborative practice agreements.
Identify patient-care issues outside the pharmacist’s scope and refer them to the appropriate member of the healthcare team.
Perform other duties as assigned.