Clinical Pharmacist – Medication Therapy & Safety

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a licensed pharmacist to support medication orders, verification, and dispensing in accordance with VISN and national policies. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical staff to ensure safe and effective pharmacotherapy for VA patients.

Responsibilities include interpreting orders, processing fills, and communicating recommendations to care teams, while adhering to regulatory requirements and VA standards. Eligibility per VA guidelines applies.

Qualifications

• ACPE-accredited degree (Pharm.D. or BS Pharmacy) required.
• Current license to practice pharmacy in a U.S. state/territory/DC.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards for drug distribution and security.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and verify medication orders for appropriateness.
• Process and fill medication orders accurately.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to optimize medication therapy for safety and efficacy.

Skills

Professional pharmacy practice

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Pharmacotherapy monitoring

Education

ACPE-accredited Pharm.D. or BS Pharmacy

Tools

Omnicell

ScriptPro

Automated dispensing cabinets

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a licensed pharmacist to support medication orders, verification, and dispensing in accordance with VISN and national policies. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical staff to ensure safe and effective pharmacotherapy for VA patients.

Responsibilities include interpreting orders, processing fills, and communicating recommendations to care teams, while adhering to regulatory requirements and VA standards. Eligibility per VA guidelines applies.