Pharmacy Clinical Practice Specialist - Genetics

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Webster, TX

About The Position

Our ideal candidate will be a clinical pharmacist with PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency training or equivalent experience preferred. The successful candidate will join a growing pharmacy team responsible for providing medication therapy management, assisting with prior authorizations, promoting cost-effective care and providing patient education. Competitive salary and excellent benefits through the UTMB system.

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.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus.
Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team.
Takes ownership in solving problems effectively and efficiently and participates in resolution in a proactive and positive manner.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates through verbal and non-verbal communications openness to change or new ideas.
Willingly learns and adapts to changes in work environment and new work methods as introduced.
Self-motivated to independently manage time, demonstrates flexibility to fluctuating workload, and effectively prioritizes assignments.
Actively enhances personal growth and development by participating in educational programs and professional organizations and meetings.

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 2 residency program in Pharmacogenetics, Oncology, or Abulatory Care
Two years of experience in Genetics.
Board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties.

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.