Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Ambulatory Care

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Springfield in Springfield, MO seeks a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Ambulatory Care to optimize medication therapy, serve as a drug information resource, and contribute to patient outcomes across ambulatory services.

The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams; reviews records; develops treatment plans; mentors students and residents; and participates in quality improvement and scholarly activities.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or BS in Pharmacy from an accredited school.
• Current pharmacist license in the state of practice.
• Missouri MTCS within 90 days of hire is required.
• Minimum 5 years of active clinical practice; ambulatory care preferred.
• BPS certification preferred; exam-eligible considered.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records and evaluate medication therapy appropriateness.
• Develop and implement individualized medication treatment plans.
• Identify, prevent, and resolve medication-related problems.
• Monitor outcomes and adjust pharmacotherapy as needed.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and caregivers.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams on drug decisions.
• Serve as a clinical resource within ambulatory care practice areas.

Skills

Ambulatory care

Clinical pharmacotherapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Precepting/teaching

Pharmacist communication

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Tools

Epic

Micromedex

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. Serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs as well as to patients. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care

Mercy Springfield | Springfield, MO

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy

Licensure

• Current Pharmacist license in the state of practice
• Missouri pharmacists must obtain a Medication Therapy Services Certificate within 90 days of hire

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of active clinical practice in a specialty area
• Ambulatory Care experience strongly preferred

Certifications

• Active Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) Certification preferred, ideally within specialty practice area
• Candidates eligible to sit for the certification exam will also be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of advanced clinical pharmacy experience
• Completion of residency training preferred
• Experience serving as a clinical preceptor for pharmacy students and residents
• Recent scholarly activity, including:
  • Poster presentation at a state or national meeting within the last two years, and/or
  • Publication in a state or national journal
• Teaching appointment with an affiliated healthcare college (pharmacy, nursing, medicine, or related field) preferred

Be Part of Something Greater

At Mercy, we believe healing begins with compassionate care and clinical excellence. As a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care, you will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize medication therapy, improve patient outcomes, and serve as an expert resource for patients and healthcare professionals.

This advanced clinical role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license while contributing to education, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational excellence.

What You'll Do

Clinical Pharmacy Practice

• Review patient records and evaluate medication therapy appropriateness
• Develop and implement individualized medication treatment plans
• Identify, prevent, and resolve medication-related problems
• Monitor patient outcomes and adjust pharmacotherapy recommendations as needed
• Conduct comprehensive medication assessments and Medication Therapy Services
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare providers on drug selection, dosing, administration, contraindications, and drug interactions
• Provide medication counseling and education to patients and caregivers
• Serve as a clinical resource and subject matter expert within ambulatory care practice areas

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Partner with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Participate in ministry-wide clinical initiatives, specialty councils, Pharmacy & Therapeutics committees, and quality improvement efforts
• Maintain strong working relationships across departments and care settings

Education & Leadership

• Serve as an active preceptor for pharmacy students and residents
• Support continuing education through presentations, lectures, and staff training
• Assist in developing staff competencies and clinical education programs
• Contribute to scholarly and professional development activities

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Monitor medication use and intervene when clinically appropriate
• Participate in medication use evaluations, adverse drug event reporting, and quality assurance initiatives
• Support regulatory compliance and accreditation standards
• Adhere to confidentiality, patient safety, and risk management policies

Technology & Documentation

• Utilize Epic and pharmacy information systems for clinical documentation and order verification
• Leverage clinical resources such as Micromedex and other drug information databases
• Maintain accurate patient records and therapy documentation

What Makes You Successful

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Passion for ambulatory patient care and medication optimization
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Dedication to Mercy's mission, values, and service standards

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, you'll join a caring team committed to transforming healthcare through compassion, innovation, and excellence. We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while advancing your clinical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.