Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Ambulatory Care

Mercy St. Louis; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Springfield is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Ambulatory Care to collaborate with physicians and care teams to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes. The role emphasizes education, quality improvement, and leadership in ambulatory settings.

You will serve as a clinical resource, precept pharmacy students and residents, and contribute to scholarly activities while supporting Mercy's mission and service standards.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Current Pharmacist license in the state of practice.
• Missouri pharmacists must obtain a Medication Therapy Services Certificate within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum of 5 years of active clinical practice in a specialty area.
• Ambulatory Care experience strongly preferred.
• Active Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) Certification preferred, ideally within specialty practice area.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Ambulatory care

Teaching / precepting

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Tools

Epic EMR

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.

Why Mercy?

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.

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