Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Shields Health Solutions; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign‑on Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

4 weeks PTO

10 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Short‑term disability

Professional development

Job summary

A health solutions organization is seeking an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to elevate patient care at a prominent Academic Medical Center in Portland, OR. This role involves providing high-quality medication management and collaborating with care teams. Candidates must hold a PharmD, be licensed in Oregon, and have experience in ambulatory practice. A $10,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered, including health insurance and substantial PTO.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed pharmacist in Oregon.
• Completion of a PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency or PGY1 Residency with ambulatory experience.
• At least 3 years of ambulatory practice with disease-state management.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medication management including dose optimization.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams for individualized care plans.
• Monitor therapy effectiveness and safety.
• Support operations with prior authorizations and patient education.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Tech skills

Empathy

Integrity

Teamwork

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Join our Shields team today! Shields Health Solutions is redefining patient care through health‑system integrated specialty pharmacy. We’re hiring an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist who will play a hands‑on role in elevating patient care at a nationally recognized Academic Medical Center. In this dynamic, patient‑centered position, you’ll build meaningful relationships with patients and providers while delivering high‑quality medication management. You’ll work on‑site in clinic, collaborating directly with care teams and practicing under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) to conduct in‑person and virtual patient assessments, order and monitor evidence‑based treatment plans, optimize therapy, and resolve medication‑related problems.

Location: Onsite at Providence Portland Medical Center, Portland, OR

Salary: An employee in this position who performs the job duties in Oregon can expect a salary rate between $130,000 and $150,000 (Hourly Equivalent: Approximately $62.50 - $72.12 per hour, based on a 40‑hour workweek). Plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable. The actual salary will depend on experience, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

What You’ll Get:

• $10,000 Sign‑on Bonus
• Salary + 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
• Access to employee resource groups and wellness programs

What You’ll Do:

• Provide comprehensive medication management, including reconciliation, dose optimization, adherence support, and drug‑level assessments aligned with evidence‑based standards.
• Partner with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to order individualized care plans under a CPA and promote seamless medication coordination.
• Monitor therapy effectiveness and safety, identify optimization and intervene as appropriate.
• Provide recommendations to operations by supporting teammates as needed with complex prior authorizations, improving workflows, educating patients, and maintaining ongoing clinical development.

What You Need:

• Hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Must be a licensed pharmacist in Oregon.
• Candidate must meet one of the following qualifications:
  • Completion of a PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency.
  • Completion of a PGY1 Residency and at least 1 year of ambulatory practice under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA).
  • At least 3 years of ambulatory practice with disease‑state management.
• Strong communication, organization, and tech skills.
• Empathy, integrity, and a team‑first mindset.

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.