What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist - Ambulatory Care position at Salem Health?
Location: Salem Health Medical Clinic, 2925 River Road South, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97302
Department: Medication Management
Position Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Exempt
Schedule: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Your role with us
Pharmacists at Salem Health's Medication Management clinic optimize patient medication therapy by collaborating with healthcare teams to interpret treatment goals, address complex medication issues and improve outcomes. The role includes providing clinical services such as collaborative drug therapy management, patient counseling, and education for healthcare professionals, promoting medication safety and best practices.
What you'll do
- Interprets treatment goals and makes recommendations on medication orders/prescriptions to ensure treatment plans are complete, safe and aligned with institutional policy and best practices.
- Participates in medication prescribing under Collaborative Practice Agreements with Salem Health providers for chronic disease states and complex patients.
- Provides collaborative drug therapy management services, including physical assessments, motivational interviewing and patient counseling in ambulatory care clinics.
- Provides drug monitoring services and assists with navigating prior authorizations as needed. Interprets policies and procedures for hospital and clinic staff.
- Assesses and resolves educational needs of healthcare professionals, including providers, nurses, and allied health staff, on medication therapy management.
Required qualifications
- Doctor of pharmacy degree or a bachelor of science in pharmacy with applicable work experience at the discretion of the hiring manager.
- State of Oregon pharmacist licensure.
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) certification within two years from date of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification obtained within 90 days from date of hire.
- PGY-1 residency or four years of previous ambulatory care/clinical patient care practice, along with prior direct experience in patient or customer service interaction in-lieu of residency experience.
Additional information
- This role is best suited for individuals with a strong background in ambulatory care, ideally complemented by a PGY-2 residency.
- Proficiency in Epic or similar electronic health record systems enables efficient workflow management and supports optimal patient care, making it a key component of success in this role.
Total rewards package
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details.
Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.
We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.