Ambulatory Care Specialty Clinical Pharmacist Lead

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi seeks an Ambulatory Care Specialty Clinical Pharmacist to lead the Medication Management Clinic and optimize pharmacotherapy for patients with acute and chronic conditions.

This role collaborates with clinicians to improve access to medications, promote cost-effective care, and advance practice through education, research, and quality initiatives. Typical daytime hours in a clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree from ACPE-accredited school is required.
• ASHP Residency Preceptor status within 18 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Medication Management Clinic and specialty programs.
• Delivers direct patient care in a decentralized setting.
• Collaborates with clinicians and care teams to optimize therapy.
• Identifies high-risk patients and implements quality interventions.
• Oversees prior authorization and appeals processes.
• Engages in quality management, research, and education.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical leadership

Direct patient care

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (ACPE) degree

ASHP Residency Preceptor status

Tools

EPIC suite

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi seeks an Ambulatory Care Specialty Clinical Pharmacist to lead the Medication Management Clinic and optimize pharmacotherapy for patients with acute and chronic conditions.

This role collaborates with clinicians to improve access to medications, promote cost-effective care, and advance practice through education, research, and quality initiatives. Typical daytime hours in a clinic setting.