Clinical Pharmacist-Ambulatory Care II at Kaiser Permanente Clinic
- Requisition ID
- 187326
- Department
- 500611 Wellness Resources
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Allied Health
Renown Health is proud to team up with Kaiser Permanente, opening two new clinics in Northern Nevada. Join us at the forefront of this collaboration dedicated to expanding high-quality healthcare services in our community.
Position Purpose
The Clinical Pharmacist-Ambulatory Care II provides evidence-based pharmaceutical care services to optimize medication use and improve patient outcomes. This role supports safe, effective, and cost-efficient pharmacotherapy through:
- Comprehensive medication management and pharmacotherapy consults
- Disease State Management and patient education
- Medication reconciliation
- Assessment of health and medication-related issues
- Clinical recommendations that align with the patient’s longitudinal plan of care
Additionally, this position serves as a formally appointed preceptor for the pharmacy residency program or a pharmacy student rotation.
Nature and Scope
As a member of the healthcare team, the Clinical Pharmacist-Ambulatory Care II:
- Provides pharmaceutical care services through in-person, telephonic, and virtual visits to promote appropriate, safe, and cost-effective medication use.
- Collaborates with patients, providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal medication therapy and adherence to prescribed plans of care.
- Reviews and interprets medication profiles, considering formulary coverage and financial implications to support medication access and affordability.
- Conducts medication monitoring, disease management counseling, and collaborative drug therapy management. Documents all patient interactions and interventions in the electronic medical record (Epic).
- Develops and updates patient-specific education materials related to disease states and pharmacotherapy.
- Analyzes drug utilization trends to identify opportunities for improved outcomes and reduced medication costs across the continuum of care.
- Communicates effectively with providers, patients, and internal departments using clear and professional verbal and written communication.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
- Maintains working knowledge of government pharmacy programs, including Medicare and Medicaid.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives and contributes to organizational performance metrics.
- Serves as a formally appointed preceptor for pharmacy residency program or student rotation
This position does provide patient care
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from ACPE accredited program is required. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Pharmacist licensure in the State of Nevada. |
Experience: | Applicants are required to have 3 years of ambulatory care pharmacy experience or completion of an ambulatory care-focused Pharmacy Residency program. required. |
License(s): | Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Pharmacist license (status Active or Temporary) required at time of hire. |
Certification(s): | A nationally recognized form of advanced credentialing or board certification with regular renewal requirements—such as Board-Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP) or Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)—is required at the time of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain Healthcare Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within the first 90 days of employment is required for all locations. |
Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.