Director, Clinical Pharmacy Services

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services guides the overall operation and quality of ambulatory clinical pharmacy services. The role shapes the Pharmacy Department’s administrative, clinical, distributive, and technical activities while fostering value-based care, accountability, shared responsibility, and patient safety. The Director develops and manages clinical programs, helps close medication-use care gaps, strengthens partnerships, supports value-based care, and advances patient outcomes across the community. The position works collaboratively with providers, pharmacists, medical professionals, facility leaders, and multidisciplinary teams. It includes coaching and developing the Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Team; supporting formulary, policy, education, and quality improvement activities; and strategically growing clinical pharmacy services. The Director also contributes to population health and medication management, mentors pharmacy professionals, students, and residents, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Legacy Community Health is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Southeast Texas, with more than 50 clinics across Greater Houston and the Gulf Coast. Its mission is to drive healthy change in communities. The listed work location is Legacy Montrose Allen Parkway in Houston, Texas. The schedule is 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

Requirements

Pharm.D. or B.S. degree from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.
Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY-1 and PGY-2 pharmacy residency in a specialty or pharmacy administration.
Active, valid license from the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
At least five years of experience in ambulatory clinical pharmacy.
At least four years of experience in pharmacy management, including at least three years at the Clinical Manager level or above.
At least three years of experience as a clinical or consultant pharmacist.
Computer experience with Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize.
Strong knowledge of pharmacy regulations, policies, and procedures.
Leadership experience, preferably in a managerial or supervisory role.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals.

Nice To Haves

Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) or Board-Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP).
Experience in HIV/AIDS, geriatrics, and/or pediatrics.
At least 12 months of experience in a health system or FQHC.
Significant knowledge and expertise in advanced pharmacy practice, specialty medication therapy management, and specialty evidence-based medicine in an area appropriate for clinical assignments.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage pharmacy clinical programs and establish collaborative practice agreements with providers for disease-management protocols.
Provide clinical direction and support for Pharmacy staff and programs, including clinical initiatives related to cost-effective and safe medication use, financing performance monitoring, and performance improvement of pharmacy procedures and routines.
Provide clinical and leadership skill-development opportunities and coaching for the Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Team.
Participate in formulary management, policy and procedure development, and education across the healthcare system.
Collaborate with Pharmacy Operations to expand business opportunities through clinical pharmacy programs.
Develop service initiatives to meet future clinical pharmacy service growth demands.
Work with facility management, medical staff, and clinical staff to identify, resolve, implement, communicate, and report cost-effective medication-use issues for assigned centers.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team leaders on drug utilization and population health management programs.
Direct or coordinate the development and management of the Pharmacy Residency Program for Ambulatory Care Services.
Serve as a preceptor to students from affiliated schools of pharmacy and pharmacy residents, when available.
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and collaboratively develop patient treatment plans.
Provide clinical consultation and clarification to Legacy practitioners, including appropriate and cost-effective therapeutic alternatives for clinical and medical staff as needed.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
Stay current with advancements in pharmacy practice and incorporate evidence-based guidelines into clinical practice.
Foster a culture of safety and adherence to quality improvement initiatives.
Serve as a resource for pharmacy-related inquiries and guide other healthcare professionals.
Perform other duties as assigned.