Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

<p></p><p>If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. </p> <p>Full Time Pharmacy Staff Tampa, FL, US </p> <p>5 days ago Requisition ID: 2679 </p> <h3>Clinical Pharmacy Specialist </h3> <p><b>Location: </b> Tampa, Florida<br /><b>Organization: </b> Tampa Family Health Centers<br /><b>Schedule: </b> Full-Time </p> <h3>About Tampa Family Health Centers </h3> <p>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. </p> <p>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. </p> <h3>Position Summary </h3> <p>Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a knowledgeable and patient-focused <b>Clinical Pharmacy Specialist </b> to join our Pharmacy team. </p> <p>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. </p> <p>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. </p> <ul> <li>Provide direct pharmaceutical care services through patient and provider interactions </li> <li>Conduct face-to-face and virtual visits for chronic disease medication management </li> <li>Obtain comprehensive medical and medication histories </li> <li>Complete medication reconciliation and document interventions in the electronic medical record </li> <li>Initiate, modify, renew, refill, or discontinue medication therapy under approved collaborative practice agreements </li> <li>Order laboratory tests under approved collaborative practice agreements </li> <li>Work as an active member of the multidisciplinary care team </li> <li>Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to meet patient care needs </li> <li>Identify high-risk patients and implement interventions to improve quality and safety </li> <li>Provide medication counseling, education, and care coordination to patients and caregivers </li> <li>Develop and maintain collaborative practice agreements, clinical guidelines, treatment algorithms, and standardized workflows </li> <li>Support pharmaceutical care services that align with patient-care needs and regulatory standards </li> <li>Evaluate opportunities for operational, quality, and financial improvement </li> <li>Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives and Medication Utilization Evaluations </li> <li>Develop and oversee policies and procedures related to service needs, drug distribution, drug control, and quality initiatives </li> <li>Participate in pharmacy operations and organizational clinical priorities </li> <li>Provide clinical education and drug information support to providers, pharmacists, residents, and other healthcare professionals </li> <li>Support clinical educational programs, competencies, and training experiences for pharmacy staff </li> <li>Serve as a preceptor and educator for pharmacy students and pharmacy residents, as applicable </li> <li>Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements </li> <li>Perform additional duties that support the pharmacy department and patient-care experience </li> </ul> <h3>Qualifications </h3> <ul> <li>Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy </li> <li>Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Residency required </li> <li>Active and unrestricted Florida Pharmacist license, or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe upon hire </li> <li>Current Basic Life Support certification </li> <li>Minimum of two years of pharmacy practice experience in an ambulatory care setting </li> <li>BCACP, BCPS, or other relevant board certification preferred </li> <li>Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 Residency in Ambulatory Care, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, or a related specialty preferred </li> <li>Experience in chronic disease management, medication adherence, HIV/AIDS, geriatrics, or pediatrics preferred </li> <li>Experience developing clinical pharmacy programs and collaborative practice agreements preferred </li> <li>Experience in an FQHC, integrated healthcare system, or value-based care environment preferred </li> <li>Strong knowledge of advanced pharmacy practice, specialty medication therapy management, and evidence-based medicine </li> <li>Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds </li> <li>Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills </li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic health records </li> <li>Commitment to patient privacy, confidentiality, safety, and high-quality care </li> </ul> <h3>Benefits and Rewards </h3> <p>TFHC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth: </p> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation </li> <li>Medical and pharmacy coverage with low-cost employee premiums </li> <li>Dental and vision insurance </li> <li>$0 employee copays for eligible care received through TFHC </li> <li>Generous paid time off </li> <li>Seven paid company holidays </li> <li>Professional-development and continuing-education support </li> <li>401(k) retirement program with employer contribution after one year </li> <li>Employer-paid basic life and AD&amp;D insurance </li> <li>Short-term and long-term disability coverage </li> <li>Employee Assistance Program </li> <li>Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance </li> <li>Student loan refinancing and financial-wellness resources </li> <li>Supportive, team-oriented clinical environment </li> <li>Opportunities for professional growth within an expanding healthcare organization </li> </ul> <h3>Why Tampa? </h3> <p>Tampa offers year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, professional sports, diverse dining, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and welcoming communities throughout the Tampa Bay area. </p> <p>It is an exceptional place to build a meaningful pharmacy career while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle. </p> <h3>Join Our Team </h3> <p>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. </p> <p></p> #J-18808-Ljbffr