What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist position at Marshall University?
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Banner Position Number R10976 Position Title Clinical Pharmacist Classification Title MURC-Health Practitioners, Other Department SOM - VP Health Science/Dean - RC5000 Job Description
Clinical Pharmacist
Position Summary
The Clinical Pharmacist provides comprehensive medication management services for adults with chronic medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and related comorbidities. Working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team, the Clinical Pharmacist utilizes patient-generated health data, remote monitoring information, clinical records, and evidence-based guidelines to optimize medication therapy, improve disease control, reduce preventable healthcare utilization, and support patient self-management.
The position collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, registered dietitians, diabetes care and education specialists, care coordinators, and information technology personnel to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include medication review, identification of therapy-related problems, patient counseling, adherence support, clinical documentation, care-plan development, protocol-driven clinical interventions, and participation in quality improvement activities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Clinical Care and Medication Management
Required Qualifications
Education
Education
Posting Number MR0953 Open Date 10/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Banner Position Number R10976 Position Title Clinical Pharmacist Classification Title MURC-Health Practitioners, Other Department SOM - VP Health Science/Dean - RC5000 Job Description
Clinical Pharmacist
Position Summary
The Clinical Pharmacist provides comprehensive medication management services for adults with chronic medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and related comorbidities. Working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team, the Clinical Pharmacist utilizes patient-generated health data, remote monitoring information, clinical records, and evidence-based guidelines to optimize medication therapy, improve disease control, reduce preventable healthcare utilization, and support patient self-management.
The position collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, registered dietitians, diabetes care and education specialists, care coordinators, and information technology personnel to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include medication review, identification of therapy-related problems, patient counseling, adherence support, clinical documentation, care-plan development, protocol-driven clinical interventions, and participation in quality improvement activities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Clinical Care and Medication Management
- Conduct comprehensive medication reviews for patients with diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic conditions.
- Evaluate medication appropriateness, effectiveness, safety, adherence, and affordability.
- Identify and resolve medication-related problems, including therapeutic duplication, adverse effects, drug interactions, and gaps in treatment.
- Recommend medication initiation, discontinuation, dose adjustment, or therapeutic substitution consistent with evidence-based clinical guidelines and organizational protocols.
- Review patient-generated health data, including glucose trends, blood pressure measurements, weight data, and other physiologic monitoring information.
- Collaborate with prescribing providers regarding medication optimization and escalation of care.
- Assist in achieving individualized clinical goals related to glycemic control, blood pressure management, weight management, and cardiovascular risk reduction.
- Participate in development and implementation of standardized medication management protocols and clinical pathways.
- Monitor and interpret patient-generated health information received from digital health technologies and remote monitoring platforms.
- Identify clinically significant trends requiring intervention or provider notification.
- Participate in routine, watch-list, and urgent patient review processes.
- Respond to clinical alerts within established timeframes and according to approved escalation procedures.
- Document assessments, interventions, recommendations, and outcomes in the electronic health record and applicable monitoring systems.
- Communicate clinical findings and recommendations to treating providers and members of the care team.
- Provide individualized patient counseling regarding medications, disease management, self-monitoring, lifestyle modification, and risk reduction.
- Educate patients regarding medication purpose, administration, side effects, adherence strategies, and expected outcomes.
- Support patients in understanding glucose patterns, blood pressure trends, and other health indicators.
- Promote medication adherence through evidence-based interventions and motivational approaches.
- Collaborate with care coordinators and other team members to address barriers affecting medication access and treatment success.
- Advanced knowledge of pharmacotherapy, chronic disease management, and evidence-based treatment guidelines.
- Knowledge of diabetes technologies, including continuous glucose monitoring systems.
- Ability to interpret clinical data and develop patient-specific treatment recommendations.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Commitment to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and continuous professional development.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy.
- Current pharmacist license in good standing.
- Minimum of three years of clinical pharmacy experience in ambulatory care, primary care, chronic disease management, population health, or related practice setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and medication therapy management.
- Experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and healthcare technology systems.
Education
- Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP), Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS), Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), or comparable advanced certification.
- Experience with remote patient monitoring, telehealth, digital health platforms, or population health programs.
- Experience managing patients with diabetes and hypertension in ambulatory settings.
- Experience in quality improvement, care management, or value-based care initiatives.
- Experience serving rural or underserved populations.
Posting Number MR0953 Open Date 10/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- CV or Resume