Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, Per Diem

The Outpatient Clinical Pharmacist in Primary Care is responsible for optimizing medication therapy, promoting patient-centered care, and collaborating with healthcare providers to improve clinical outcomes. The pharmacist provides direct patient care, medication management, and education within a primary care setting, ensuring safe and effective medication use.

Responsibilities and Duties

Clinical Services & Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive medication reviews, assess adherence, and manage medication therapy for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and anticoagulation therapy.
• Develop and implement individualized medication care plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
• Provide direct patient care through medication counseling, disease state education, and lifestyle modification support.
• Address medication-related problems, including drug interactions, side effects, and therapeutic adjustments.

Provider Collaboration & Consultation

• Serve as a clinical resource for primary care providers on pharmacotherapy decisions and evidence-based guidelines.
• Recommend medication adjustments based on efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support prescribing initiatives and polypharmacy management, especially for geriatric and high-risk populations.
• Participate in team-based care models, such as Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH) and Accountable Care Organizations (ACO).

Medication Management & Safety

• Ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, medication therapy protocols, and formulary compliance.
• Monitor patients for medication efficacy, adverse drug reactions, and potential interactions.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives related to medication use in primary care settings.

Education & Training

• Educate patients and caregivers on medication use, side effects, and lifestyle interventions.
• Provide in-service training and continuing education to healthcare providers and staff.
• Precept pharmacy students and residents, if applicable.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain accurate documentation of clinical interventions and patient encounters in electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in medication therapy management (MTM) and population health initiatives.
• Contribute to policy development and quality improvement projects related to medication use in outpatient settings.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy required.
• PharmD or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Experience

Minimum 1–3 years of experience in ambulatory care, primary care, or clinical pharmacy practice preferred.

Certification & Licensure

• Current license from the VA Board of Pharmacy is required.
• Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP) or Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) preferred.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or similar credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical knowledge in chronic disease management, evidence-based prescribing, and medication safety.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .