Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Clinical Pharmacist ensures the safe and effective use of medications by providing accurate dispensing, clinical and patient support, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. This role prioritizes medication safety, patient education, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to quality improvement initiatives

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately prepares, verifies, and dispenses medications in compliance with prescription orders, THRC protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Provides face to face, telephonic, or virtual visit pharmaceutical care services to patients and works to promote appropriate, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy recommendations to improve the quality of our patient’s lives.
• Reviews medication orders for appropriateness, assesses patient medication regimens, and provides recommendations to optimize therapy.
• Counsels’ patients and their families on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies to ensure safe and effective therapy.
• Collaborates with physicians, behavioral health, nurses, and other healthcare team members to resolve medication-related issues and improve patient outcomes.
• Participates in the development and implementation of clinical protocols, pathways, and evidence-based guidelines to standardize medication use and improve patient care.
• Monitors patient outcomes, evaluates the effectiveness of therapy, and adjusts medications as needed to enhance safety and efficacy.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of clinical interventions, medication therapy management activities, and patient consultations in the electronic health record.
• Engages in quality improvement initiatives focused on medication safety, efficacy, and adherence, contributing to a culture of safety and excellence.
• Stays current with advancements in pharmacotherapy and participate in ongoing education and training activities.
• Assists in managing pharmacy inventory, including monitoring stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborates efficiently and effectively while consistently demonstrating professionalism and maintaining positive, respectful relationships with internal teams, external partners, and Tribal members.
• Other duties as directed by management.

LEVEL OF AUTHORITY & RESTRICTIONS

• This position requires working independently without overseeing others, with minimal authority in decision-making.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to walk, talk, hear, use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance.
• Must be able to sit and type/work on a computer.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT

• May require working occasional nights and/or weekends.
• Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions and distractions.
• Must be willing and able to travel both locally and within the CTCLUSI service delivery area and work at locations other than Three Rivers Health Center.

Experience and Skills:

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy.
• Experience and proficiency in the use of Microsoft products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc).
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of pharmacotherapy, medication safety principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills to assess patient needs and optimize therapeutic outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively counsel patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Proficient in using electron health records (HER) and pharmacy information systems for documentation and medication management.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing clinical demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, verbally, in writing or by other acceptable means.
• This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background check, which will include fingerprinting.
• Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Indian preference will be observed in the hiring process.