
Ambulatory Pharmacist
Portsmouth, VAJob$118–169K/yrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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ChenMed is hiring an Ambulatory Pharmacist. The Ambulatory Pharmacist is a patient‑centered clinical professional who optimizes medication therapy in primary‑care clinics, reduces polypharmacy, enhances adherence, and manages chronic diseases to improve outcomes and quality metrics such as CMS Star Ratings and HEDIS scores.
Key focus areas include Collaborate with providers to adjust medication therapies and interpret lab results, Conduct comprehensive medication reviews addressing safety, efficacy, cost, and adherence, and Proactively manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, anticoagulation, and asthma.
Important skills include State And Federal Insurance Programs Knowledge, Local, State, And Federal Pharmacy-Related Regulations Familiarity, Work Independently, Work As Part Of A Multidisciplinary Team, Organizational Skills, and Communication Skills. Preferred (not required): Medication Management & Optimization, Comprehensive Medication Reviews, Chronic Disease Management, and Care Coordination & Transitions.
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We’re unique. You should be, too.
We’re changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?
We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.
The Ambulatory Pharmacist is a patient-centered clinical professional dedicated to optimizing medication therapy within primary care clinics. Operating under a collaborative practice agreement, this role focuses on reducing polypharmacy, enhancing medication adherence, and managing chronic diseases to improve patient outcomes and elevate quality performance metrics such as CMS Star Ratings and HEDIS scores. The ambulatory pharmacist partners closely with patients, physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care teams to deliver evidence-based, individualized care that promotes safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Medication Management & Optimization: Collaborates with healthcare providers to adjust medication therapies, interpret lab results, and support clinical decision-making within a protocol-driven framework.
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Comprehensive Medication Reviews: Conducts detailed evaluations of medication regimens addressing safety, efficacy, cost considerations, side effects, and barriers to adherence.
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Chronic Disease Management: Proactively manages conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, anticoagulation, and asthma to improve control and prevent complications.
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Care Coordination & Transitions: Facilitates seamless transitions of care by resolving medication discrepancies during hospital discharges and preventing readmissions.
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Patient Education & Engagement: Delivers personalized counseling on medication use, side effects, and adherence strategies to empower patients and improve compliance.
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Lab Testing & Monitoring: Orders, interprets, and utilizes laboratory results to monitor medication, safety and effectiveness.
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Collaborative Practice & Protocols: Works directly with physicians and providers to implement and follow care protocols, including independent medication adjustments when appropriate.
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Administrative & Support Activities: Assists with physician consultations, provides accurate drug information, and supports the department’s quality improvement initiatives.
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Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Knowledge of and experience with state and federal insurance programs
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Familiarity with appropriate local, state, and federal pharmacy-related regulations
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Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Excellent organizational, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
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Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
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Willingness to travel locally up to 50% of the time; flexible to work evening, weekends and/or holidays as needed
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Fluency in spoken and written English
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This job requires use and exercise of independent judgment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:
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Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) required
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Valid pharmacy license in good standing (Doctor of Pharmacy/PharmD) required
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Pharmacy residency or ambulatory care certification (e.g. BCACP) preferred
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Minimum two (2) years of relevant clinical experience in primary care, ambulatory care, managed care, or related setting
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Certification in immunization and medication therapy management is a plus
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Residency training or ambulatory care certification is highly preferred
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Experience in managed care, HMO, PBM, or MSO settings is a plus
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required within first 90 days of employment
PAY RANGE:
$118,062 - $168,658 Salary
The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents
We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.
ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.
Current employees, if you want to apply to our internal career site, please click HERE (https://careers.chenmed.com/i/us/en/homerevisited)
Current Contingent Worker please see job aid HERE to apply
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