Clinical Pharmacy Specialist — Advanced Patient Care & Education

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Pharmacy Clinical Specialist to advance pharmacotherapy through comprehensive clinical services, medication reviews, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff.

The role emphasizes education, patient safety, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care, including precepting students and residents. Requires Texas licensure with proactive credentialing and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licensure in Texas or eligible within 90 days.
• Completion of PGY1 (or equivalent) required; PGY2 preferred.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS within 90 days; IV certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical pharmaceutical care and patient-specific reviews.
• Precept pharmacy students and residents on rotations.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to optimize pharmacotherapy.
• Participate in formulary processes and medication reconciliation.
• Teach and contribute to quality improvement and education.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Communication with patients

Pharmacy knowledge

Evidence-based guidelines

Research capability

Education

Pharmacist education

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Pharmacy Clinical Specialist to advance pharmacotherapy through comprehensive clinical services, medication reviews, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff.

The role emphasizes education, patient safety, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care, including precepting students and residents. Requires Texas licensure with proactive credentialing and ongoing professional development.