Clinical Consultant Pharmacist - Utica, NY

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Are you a New York State licensed Pharmacist seeking a fulfilling career that blends clinical expertise with meaningful impact and terrific work-life balance? We, at Guardian Consulting Services, are a team of passionate professionals who take pride in our work and find joy in improving lives.

We are growing and are looking for Clinical Consultant Pharmacists to perform Medication Regimen Reviews in long-term care (LTC) facilities and Residential Group Homes in and around the Utica, NY region. Come join us to make a difference for nursing home residents while enjoying a supportive, rewarding work environment!

About Guardian Consulting Services, Inc.

Guardian Consulting Services is a trusted leader in the industry, serving LTC facilities, assisted living facilities, and group homes for the developmentally disabled. Our mission is to enhance resident care by optimizing medication use and preventing medication-related issues. We’re known for our professional and warm team culture, and strong, collaborative relationships with the facilities we serve. At Guardian, you’ll find a workplace where your expertise is valued, and your work feels truly rewarding!

Role Overview

As a Clinical Consultant Pharmacist, you’ll leverage your clinical knowledge to conduct Medication Regimen Reviews, ensuring safe and effective drug therapy for LTC residents. Your work will directly improve patient outcomes by preventing and correcting medication misadventures, collaborating with healthcare teams, and supporting regulatory compliance. This role offers a unique opportunity to focus on clinical care in a non-dispensing capacity, making a lasting difference in residents’ lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Medication Regimen Reviews (MRR): Our Pharmacists conduct thorough monthly MRRs, analyzing each resident’s full medical record, drug list, lab reports, and progress notes to assess for medication appropriateness, safety, and efficacy. We provide written recommendations directly to prescribers and other professional staff.
• Clinical Collaboration: We work closely with nurses, physicians, extenders, and facility staff to provide evidence-based recommendations, fostering resident-centered care and positive outcomes. We meet routinely with facility clinicians and staff to review our findings and recommendations.
• Regulatory Compliance: In addition to our work performing Medication Regimen Reviews, we help facilities ensure compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and state regulations, including audits of controlled substances, storage, and documentation. Assist with federal and state survey preparation.
• Quality Assurance: We participate regularly in facility quality assurance meetings (e.g., QAPI, antibiotic stewardship) and conduct medication pass observations to support high standards of care.
• Education and Training: We deliver in-service training to facility staff on medication safety, controlled substance protocols, and other clinical topics to elevate care quality.
• On-Site Visits: Our work is best performed on-site, interacting as part of the team. Guardian Consultant Pharmacists routinely travel to facilities in their geographic area to perform their reviews and provide services, and facilities appreciate us being visible and bringing our knowledge of the industry directly to them! A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Why Choose Guardian Consulting?

• Flexible Schedule: Enjoy the freedom to set your own hours with a day-shift schedule, free from weekends, holidays, or on-call duties. This role offers excellent work-life balance, allowing you to tailor your workday to your needs.
• Professionally Fulfilling: Experience the satisfaction of knowing your work directly prevents medication misadventures and improves the quality of life for nursing home residents. Your clinical expertise will shine as you optimize therapy and collaborate with care teams.
• Supportive, Positive Environment: Join a team of dedicated pharmacists who are passionate about their work and committed to excellence. You’ll enjoy a professional, collegial culture at Guardian and build rewarding relationships with facility staff who value your expertise.
• Career Growth: Start part-time (20 hours/week) with opportunities to transition to full-time as our company grows. New to consulting? We provide a supportive environment to help you excel in LTC pharmacy.
• Clinical Focus: Focus entirely on clinical reviews and patient advocacy, free from dispensing responsibilities, allowing you to fully utilize your pharmaceutical knowledge in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active NYS Pharmacist License in good standing.
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel to regional area LTC facilities.

Preferred:

• Experience in long-term care or geriatric pharmacy is a plus, but we welcome motivated pharmacists eager to grow in this field.
• Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy (BCGP) or membership in the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) is advantageous but not required.
• Skills: Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, a commitment to patient safety and interdisciplinary collaboration, and a desire to make a difference!

Benefits of coming on board with Guardian Consulting Services

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for growth.
• Flexible, day-only schedule to support work-life balance.
• A professional, supportive culture that values your expertise and passion.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care in a rewarding role.

Salary Range: $62-$66/hour

How to Apply

Ready to bring your clinical expertise to a role that’s both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling? Submit your resume today!

Please Note: This position is open to licensed pharmacists only. Non-pharmacists, we wish you the best in your career journey!

Guardian Consulting Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We invite qualified, dedicated pharmacists to join our mission of improving each resident’s pharmaceutical care in the sites we service.