Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist (LA & TX Licensure required)

shieldshealthsolutions; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Shields Health Solutions seeks an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist to deliver patient-centered care in designated clinics, focusing on optimizing therapy for chronic conditions. The ACP collaborates with hybrid and onsite teams to maximize services and continuity of care, on-site in Alexandria, LA.

Qualifications include PharmD, Louisiana license, and PGY1/PGY2 residency; minimum 3 years as a clinical pharmacist.

Qualifications

• PharmD and active Louisiana pharmacist license required; Texas pharmacist license required.
• Minimum 3 years as a clinical pharmacist; PGY1/PGY2 residency required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems to ensure safe and effective pharmacotherapy.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments for chronic disease management under collaborative practice agreements or clinic protocols.
• Stratify patients based on clinical risk to prioritize interventions and tailor care plans accordingly.
• Provide individualized counseling on medication use, lifestyle modifications, and disease state education.
• Address barriers to adherence, including cost, access, and health literacy, through targeted interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate medication regimens to ensure clinical criteria are met, including therapeutic goals, adverse effects, and drug interactions.
• Work on-site in close coordination with interdisciplinary teams, including both in-person and hybrid care models.
• Ensure all clinical criteria are in clinical compliance with guidance from FDA, clinical guidelines, and appropriate evidence-based literature.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Process management

Pharmacology knowledge

FDA regulations

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Louisiana pharmacist license

PGY1/PGY2 residency

Job description

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist

Job Purpose: The Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist (ACP) plays a vital role in delivering integrated, patient-centered care within designated clinics. This position focuses on optimizing therapeutic outcomes for individuals with chronic conditions by fostering strong relationships with patients and providers, enhancing medication adherence, and implementing evidence-based treatment strategies. The ACP works on-site and collaborates closely with both hybrid and onsite teams to maximize clinical services and continuity of patient care.

$10,000 relocation assistance (or sign-on bonus) to Alexandria, LA. Competitive pay + 20% annual bonus.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one. 401(k) with match , 4 weeks PTO , 10 paid holidays. Paid parental leave , short-term disability , and professional development.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems to ensure safe and effective pharmacotherapy.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments for chronic disease management under collaborative practice agreements or clinic protocols.
• Stratify patients based on clinical risk to prioritize interventions and tailor care plans accordingly.
• Provide individualized counseling on medication use, lifestyle modifications, and disease state education.
• Address barriers to adherence, including cost, access, and health literacy, through targeted interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate medication regimens to ensure clinical criteria are met, including therapeutic goals, adverse effects, and drug interactions.
• Work on-site in close coordination with interdisciplinary teams, including both in-person and hybrid care models.
• Ensure all clinical criteria are in clinical compliance with guidance from FDA, clinical guidelines, and appropriate evidence-based literature.
• Willing to do whatever is necessary for the betterment of the organization.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Other duties as assigned by Clinical Leadership or Manager of Clinical Services.

Experience / Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and active Louisiana pharmacist required and Texas pharmacist license required. Minimum 3 years as a clinical pharmacist; PGY1/PGY2 residency required.

Skills & Expertise

Strong clinical judgment, communication, and process management. In-depth knowledge of pharmacology, FDA regulations, and chronic disease management. Proven ability to ensure legal compliance and deliver high-quality, detail-oriented care.

Professional Traits

Organized, dependable, empathetic, and collaborative with a strong focus on integrity and patient-centered care.

Additional Requirements

High energy, team-oriented mindset, and ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and confidentiality.

Shields Health Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Shields Health Solutions is committed to providing an inclusive hiring experience; if you need assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process, please email [e-mail].