Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Location: Tampa, Florida
Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers
Schedule: Full-Time

About Tampa Family Health Centers

At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service—it is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to diverse communities throughout Hillsborough County.

Joining TFHC means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where pharmacy professionals are supported, valued, and empowered to improve patient outcomes through safe, effective, and accessible medication therapy.

Position Summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a knowledgeable and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to join our Pharmacy team.

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for providing safe, effective, timely, and cost-conscious medication therapy as part of a multidisciplinary care team. This role collaborates closely with medical providers, pharmacy staff, and support teams to deliver optimal medication management within an ambulatory care setting.

This position plays an important role in supporting chronic disease medication management, improving medication adherence, advancing clinical pharmacy services, and helping ensure pharmacy remains an integral part of patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide direct pharmaceutical care services through patient and provider interactions
• Conduct face-to-face and virtual visits for chronic disease medication management
• Obtain comprehensive medical and medication histories
• Complete medication reconciliation and document interventions in the electronic medical record
• Initiate, modify, renew, refill, or discontinue medication therapy under approved collaborative practice agreements
• Order laboratory tests under approved collaborative practice agreements
• Work as an active member of the multidisciplinary care team
• Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to meet patient care needs
• Identify high-risk patients and implement interventions to improve quality and safety
• Provide medication counseling, education, and care coordination to patients and caregivers
• Develop and maintain collaborative practice agreements, clinical guidelines, treatment algorithms, and standardized workflows
• Support pharmaceutical care services that align with patient-care needs and regulatory standards
• Evaluate opportunities for operational, quality, and financial improvement
• Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives and Medication Utilization Evaluations
• Develop and oversee policies and procedures related to service needs, drug distribution, drug control, and quality initiatives
• Participate in pharmacy operations and organizational clinical priorities
• Provide clinical education and drug information support to providers, pharmacists, residents, and other healthcare professionals
• Support clinical educational programs, competencies, and training experiences for pharmacy staff
• Serve as a preceptor and educator for pharmacy students and pharmacy residents, as applicable
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Perform additional duties that support the pharmacy department and patient-care experience

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Residency required
• Active and unrestricted Florida Pharmacist license, or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe upon hire
• Current Basic Life Support certification
• Minimum of two years of pharmacy practice experience in an ambulatory care setting
• BCACP, BCPS, or other relevant board certification preferred
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 Residency in Ambulatory Care, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, or a related specialty preferred
• Experience in chronic disease management, medication adherence, HIV/AIDS, geriatrics, or pediatrics preferred
• Experience developing clinical pharmacy programs and collaborative practice agreements preferred
• Experience in an FQHC, integrated healthcare system, or value-based care environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of advanced pharmacy practice, specialty medication therapy management, and evidence-based medicine
• Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds
• Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic health records
• Commitment to patient privacy, confidentiality, safety, and high-quality care

Benefits and Rewards

TFHC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical and pharmacy coverage with low-cost employee premiums
• Dental and vision insurance
• $0 employee copays for eligible care received through TFHC
• Generous paid time off
• Seven paid company holidays
• Professional-development and continuing-education support
• 401(k) retirement program with employer contribution after one year
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance
• Student loan refinancing and financial-wellness resources
• Supportive, team-oriented clinical environment
• Opportunities for professional growth within an expanding healthcare organization

Why Tampa?

Tampa offers year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, professional sports, diverse dining, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and welcoming communities throughout the Tampa Bay area.

It is an exceptional place to build a meaningful pharmacy career while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

Join Our Team

Build a career that goes beyond medication management. Join Tampa Family Health Centers and help expand access to compassionate, comprehensive, and high-quality pharmacy care throughout Tampa Bay.