Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist - Neuro-Oncology

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Sign-on bonuses

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Charlottesville, Virginia, seeks an Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist to provide evidence-based pharmaceutical care. You will manage complex treatment plans, collaborate with medical teams, and educate pharmacy learners. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Pharmacy or a Pharm. D, PGY-1 residency or equivalent experience, and be licensed by the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy. Benefits include medical, dental, vision plans, sign-on bonuses, and leadership development opportunities.

Qualifications

• PGY‑1 residency or equivalent hospital experience (minimum 3 years) required.
• PGY‑2 residency preferred for specialty areas.
• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert medication therapy management for complex neurologic malignancies.
• Collaborate with neuro-oncology physicians and teams to optimize treatment.
• Support advanced therapies including oral oncolytics and immunotherapies.

Skills

Medication therapy management

Patient assessment

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Therapeutic plan documentation

Education

Bachelor’s in Pharmacy or Pharm. D Degree

Job description

Job Overview

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist provides evidence-based pharmaceutical care to patients in the ambulatory clinical setting. The delivery of care by the Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist includes, but is not limited to: designing, implementing, assessing, monitoring, and documenting therapeutic plans utilizing best evidence and most effective and most economical medication treatments; helping to achieve positive patient outcomes through interactions with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams in the ambulatory clinical setting. When appropriate, pharmacists who provide ambulatory care services may perform patient assessments, participate in collaborative practice agreements to provide medication management, provide collaborative drug therapy management, order, interpret, monitor medication therapy–related tests, coordinate care and other health services for wellness and prevention of disease, provide education to patients and caregivers, and document care plans in the medical record.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert medication therapy management for patients with complex neurologic malignancies in an ambulatory setting.
• Collaborate closely with neuro‑oncology physicians, infusion center teams, and specialty pharmacy to optimize treatment outcomes.
• Support advanced therapies including oral oncolytics, immunotherapies, and investigational agents.
• Drive continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, and infusion services—ensuring safe transitions and improved patient experience.
• Enhance UVA prescription capture through proactive engagement with UVA specialty and retail pharmacy services.
• Educate and mentor pharmacy learners and contribute to continuous professional development across the care team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Savings Plans
• Pharmacist Progression Pathway and leadership development opportunities
• Sign‑on bonuses and education support
• Generous paid time off
• A collaborative culture dedicated to innovation, healing, and transforming care

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Pharmacy or Pharm. D Degree required.
• Experience: PGY‑1 residency required or equivalent hospital experience (minimum 3 years). PGY‑2 residency preferred for specialty areas.
• Licensure/Certifications: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy; American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider certification; BLS certification required.

Physical Demands

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; repetitive motion: typing. Proficient communication, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull < 20 lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

EEO Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.