Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - General Practice

Overview Brown University Health's clinical pharmacy team seeks a pharmacist with advanced ambulatory care experience. The pharmacist will provide clinical cross‑coverage to patients in primary care, cardiology, infectious diseases, and behavioral health. This is the second position in the organization for this role, enabling collaboration with a partner. The pharmacist may assist with educational teaching appointments and drug information questions. The role involves managing and optimizing therapy for patients, ensuring safe and effective use of medications, and collaborating with the healthcare teams to achieve positive patient outcomes. Hybrid on‑site/remote work schedule available. Summary Reports to Director Specialty Pharmacy or Ambulatory Manager, as applicable. Under the supervision of the Pharmacist‑In‑Charge, Senior Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, or Clinical Coordinator as appropriate, the pharmacist coordinates pharmacy clinical programs including pharmacotherapeutics, pharmaceutical care, drug information services and pharmacoeconomics. Collaborates with multidisciplinary care providers to monitor, assess, recommend changes and optimize medication use in the area of therapeutic specialty. Serves as a subject‑matter expert and real‑time resource in the area of specialty. Participates in the development of therapeutic drug policy and implements corrective strategies necessary to contain drug costs in specified patient settings and/or within therapeutic classes. Monitors pharmacy clinical services through continuous quality improvement activities to ensure that customer expectations are met or exceeded. Provides input for the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and budgets for the pharmacy services clinical practice setting. Responsibilities Coordinates and oversees new and established pharmacy clinical services within scope of practice. Establishes priorities for effective patient care and clinical pharmacy services within the scope of existing departmental and organizational policies. Provides patient care and education through comprehensive medication reconciliations, medication‑related patient counseling, plan‑of‑care adherence counseling, and general health education coaching. Emphasizes the safe and effective use of medications, identifies potential drug interactions, and performs related activities. Facilitates provision of resources to maximize patients’ medication therapy success while considering social determinants of health. Coaches professional staff on pharmaceutical care and pharmacoeconomic principles, facilitating safe and cost‑effective medication use practices within the integrated care delivery model. Provides support for patients enrolled in the Brown University Health Specialty Drug Patient Management Program (SDPMP) and those covered by Brown University Health‑affiliated accountable care organizations. Appropriately documents patient encounters, interventions, and plans of care in the electronic health record (EHR). Participates in the development, implementation, and integration of patient‑focused medication therapy management and pharmaceutical care services. Reviews and analyzes proposed clinical services, recommending and implementing changes or resource allocation to increase efficiency and quality of pharmaceutical care provided. Implements, interprets, and provides consultation for policies, procedures, and standards of practice related to medication use. When practicing under a collaborative practice agreement, follows practices consistent with services delineated in the agreement and ensures compliance with existing state and federal regulations. Ensures that pharmacy clinical services and programs support established standards of care, meet, or exceed patient care quality standards, and consider the aging processes and human developmental stages of the patient populations served. Serves as a subject‑matter expert and real‑time go‑to resource in the area of specialty. Maintains current professional competence in the area of specialty, including new medications, disease‑management standards, patient care practices, and innovative technology through independent study and participation in professional organizations. Attends and participates in continuing education activities, trains, and retrains as needed. Effectively communicates with staff, management, and customers to facilitate the timely flow of drug information. Works with the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee to establish protocols for drug therapy management and collaborative practice. Monitors drugs and/or therapeutic classes targeted for review and implements corrective strategies to optimize drug use in compliance with clinical usage guidelines. Participates in quality management and quality improvement activities, practice performance improvement initiatives, and quality measures; identifies opportunities for improvement where systems modifications could result in operational advancements and efficiencies. Leads or participates in relevant committees, task forces, and performance improvement teams as assigned. Participates in development of a strategic vision for the department in the clinical practice setting, including short‑ and long‑term goals. Provides input to assist in the development of effective drug budgeting and allocation of resources through application of pharmacoeconomic principles and methods to achieve defined goals and objectives. Monitors drug utilization projections and recommends corrective strategies as appropriate. Participates in determining the qualifications and competence of department personnel and in the development of tools and standards to establish and improve staff competency levels in areas of therapeutic specialty. Participates in orientation of new employees, in‑service training, and continuing education programs. Participates in the education and training of pharmacy residents, pharmacy interns, nurses, physician assistants, medical students, and residents; provides didactic lectures as assigned. Serves as a preceptor for pharmacy residents and interns, completes applicable competency and evaluation documentation, and provides oversight for pharmacy internship rotations. Performs pharmacy practice research, clinical research, and data‑related research in alignment with Brown University Health’s mission, goals, and priorities; authors original research‑based abstracts, scientific and scholarly papers, and submits for publication and/or presentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Performs immunizations and/or medication administrations in accordance with state board regulations, dependent on specific position and responsibilities. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy. Current unrestricted licensure as a registered pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or current unrestricted licensure as a licensed pharmacist in the State of Rhode Island, or 90‑day temporary pharmacist licensure in Rhode Island. If licensed as a 90‑day temporary pharmacist, the individual must obtain full licensure prior to expiration of the 90‑day temporary license and maintain current unrestricted licensure in Rhode Island. Within 6 months of start date, for positions that perform immunizations or medication administrations in accordance with Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy Rules and Regulations or the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, must possess and maintain an American Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) approved Immunization Certification and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

EXPERIENCE

Successful completion of Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY‑2) Residency from an accredited program in the area of specialty and national board certification in the area of specialty within 1 year of hire. Two years of clinical experience, knowledge, and development may be considered in lieu of formal training; national board certification in the area of specialty or Pharmacotherapy will be required within 1 year of meeting board certification eligibility requirements. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact appropriately with colleagues and others. Effective organizational and presentation skills. Pay Range $110,302.40–$182,000.00 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location and Work Details Location: Rhode Island Hospital – 593 Eddy Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (Day) – 8 hours per day Driving Required: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Brown University Health