Pharmacy Clinical Practice Specialist - Family Medicine, Galveston Ambulatory Pharmacy

UTMB Health•Galveston, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist experienced in Family Medicine to join their Ambulatory Pharmacy Team. This role involves providing medication therapy management, assisting with prior authorizations, promoting cost-effective care, and educating patients. The ideal candidate will have PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency training or equivalent experience. UTMB offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits within a progressive and dynamic culture.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 1 residency program or 3 years of related experience.
Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas or eligible to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas.
Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas at the time of hire.
Immunization Certification within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 2 residency program in Ambulatory Care or Internal Medicine or two years of experience in Family Medicine.
PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency training or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains a clinical practice with a patient care service, cooperating with medical and nursing personnel to optimize the pharmacotherapeutic aspects of patient care.
Provides optimal selection of pharmacologic agents and design of a regimen to maximize therapeutic benefit and minimize toxicity; ensures therapy is appropriate for patient’s diagnosis, weight, and age.
Provides daily follow-up on the clinical effects of the regimen with adjustments as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
Provides other health professionals with drug and clinical information in response to specific questions or relating to new, evolving issues related to the care of patients.
Provides other health professionals with professional education regarding new drugs or technologies for specialized drug delivery.
Provides education and counseling about the drug therapy provided to patients.
Participates in clinical guideline development, critical pathways, disease management, and drug use programs.
Provides clinical education and training to students, satellite pharmacists, residents, and fellows in the Department of Pharmacy.
Participates in quality assurance programs in the Department of Pharmacy.
Supports and performs operational components in the pharmacy.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.