Description

Summary of Position: The Clinical Pharmacist at Circle the City plays a vital role in providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. This position focuses on optimizing medication therapy, promoting patient education, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with healthcare providers to review and optimize medication regimens.
• Conduct medication reconciliation to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Assess appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of medication therapy.
• Provide direct patient care through medication therapy management (MTM) services.
• Offer medication counseling, ensuring patients understand their prescribed medications, potential side effects, and proper administration.
• Develop and implement vaccine programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Coordinate vaccine administration schedules and monitor vaccine inventory.
• Collaborate with public health agencies and community organizations to enhance vaccine access.
• Educate patients on disease management and lifestyle modifications.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and case conferences to discuss patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety and adherence.
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations governing pharmacy practices.
• Participate in audits and inspections, addressing any identified areas for improvement.
• Stay informed about new medications, treatment guidelines, and emerging healthcare trends.
• Provide educational sessions for healthcare staff on pharmacotherapy updates.
• Serve as an advocate for patients in addressing medication access, affordability, and adherence barriers.
• Collaborate with community resources to enhance patient support.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Position requires extended periods of sitting and standing;
• Position requires regular bending and reaching;
• Must be able to lift, carry and push 20 pounds on a regular basis;
• Able to adapt to rapid, unpredictable work flow;
• Able to focus on work at hand with attention to detail;
• Ability to work with difficult patients and those with mental illness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and cultural competence.

Experience and Education:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of Arizona.
• Completion of a pharmacy residency program (preferred).
• Experience in an FQHC or primary care setting (preferred).
• Certification in Vaccine Administration (e.g., APhA) is desirable