Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - 2243

Department

CORPORATE PHARMACY - 107070

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

Pay Grade

172

Job Description

The Outpatient Clinical Pharmacist in Primary Care is responsible for optimizing medication therapy, promoting patient-centered care, and collaborating with healthcare providers to improve clinical outcomes. The pharmacist provides direct patient care, medication management, and education within a primary care setting, ensuring safe and effective medication use.

Responsibilities and Duties

Clinical Services & Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive medication reviews, assess adherence, and manage medication therapy for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and anticoagulation therapy.
• Develop and implement individualized medication care plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
• Provide direct patient care through medication counseling, disease state education, and lifestyle modification support.
• Address medication-related problems, including drug interactions, side effects, and therapeutic adjustments.

Provider Collaboration & Consultation

• Serve as a clinical resource for primary care providers on pharmacotherapy decisions and evidence-based guidelines.
• Recommend medication adjustments based on efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support prescribing initiatives and polypharmacy management, especially for geriatric and high-risk populations.
• Participate in team-based care models, such as Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH) and Accountable Care Organizations (ACO).

Medication Management & Safety

• Ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, medication therapy protocols, and formulary compliance.
• Monitor patients for medication efficacy, adverse drug reactions, and potential interactions.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives related to medication use in primary care settings.

Education & Training

• Educate patients and caregivers on medication use, side effects, and lifestyle interventions.
• Provide in-service training and continuing education to healthcare providers and staff.
• Precept pharmacy students and residents, if applicable.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain accurate documentation of clinical interventions and patient encounters in electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in medication therapy management (MTM) and population health initiatives.
• Contribute to policy development and quality improvement projects related to medication use in outpatient settings.

Education

Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy required.

PharmD or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Experience

Minimum 1-3 years of experience in ambulatory care, primary care, or clinical pharmacy practice preferred.

Certification & Licensure

Current license from the VA Board of Pharmacy is required.

Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP) or Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) preferred.

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or similar credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

Strong clinical knowledge in chronic disease management, evidence-based prescribing, and medication safety.

Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.

Excellent communication and patient education skills.

Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.