Director of 12th Street Health & Wellness Center/Ambulatory Pharmacy Specialist

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency and/or at least three (3) years of experience working as a clinical pharmacy specialist with direct patient care responsibility.
• Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas, or eligible for licensure
• Board of Pharmacy Specialties Certification is required within 3 years of hiring

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Leadership: Proven ability to oversee complex programs and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Clinical Expertise: Advanced knowledge in pharmacotherapy and patient care.
• Strategic Planning: Experience in designing and implementing health-focused initiatives.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Community Engagement: Commitment to improving health outcomes in underserved populations.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to address challenges and implement innovative solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of an ASHP- accredited PGY2 residency in Ambulatory Care
• Five (5) years of experience working as a clinical pharmacy specialist in an Ambulatory Care setting

Additional Information:

Division of Academic Affairs

• The Director will support a culture of interprofessional education through the development and coordination of teaching and clinical activities among students and faculty from involved disciplines. The Director works to advance community partnerships, assess community health needs, establish and oversee Center administrative operations, administer Center budget, support institutional policies and best practice standards, coordinate and schedule interprofessional preceptor and student coverage and activities at the center, supervise students in patient care activities as allowed by scope of practice and training requirements, provide didactic and experiential education and serve as advisor/preceptor for students, support faculty development for preceptors, engage in research and scholarly activity and grantsmanship, and provide service to the Division, University, and profession.

Clinical Pharmacy Services, Ambulatory Care

• The clinical pharmacy specialist (CPS) for ambulatory care will provide consultative assistance to providers on appropriate therapeutic alternatives, monitor drug therapy, and provide drug information to professional staff upon request in the ambulatory setting. The Ambulatory CPS will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide pharmacotherapy expertise to a broad patient population, including direct patient care under collaborative practice agreements. The pharmacist will review and interpret medication orders, pertinent lab results, and drug profiles to ensure appropriate drug therapy and that drug interactions are considered. The Ambulatory CPS will precept pharmacy students and residents and contribute to protocol development. Upon request, the Ambulatory CPS may participate in department, hospital, and campus committees and be instrumental in developing and implementing Clinical Pharmacy Services in assigned areas. This position will develop policies and procedures when appropriate. The Ambulatory CPS will become a credentialed clinical pharmacy specialist within 6 months of employment through the UAMS Medical Board Credentialing Committee.

May perform other duties as assigned.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.