Clinical Specailty Pharmacist

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension in Murfreesboro, TN, is seeking a pharmacist to deliver advanced clinical pharmacy care and MTM for patients with complex specialty conditions. You will develop care plans, monitor labs, and collaborate with interprofessional teams to optimize outcomes and ensure safety.

A Tennessee license is required by start date, with a partial remote role across the Ascension Tennessee market. The position emphasizes documentation in EHR and specialty software, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licensed or eligible to licensure prior to hire date.
• Bachelor's or PharmD preferred; Master's or PharmD/PhD advanced degrees favored.
• ASHP-Accredited PGY-1 residency or 3 years of clinical pharmacy experience preferred.
• Active Tennessee license required by start date; partial remote role in Ascension Tennessee market.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical pharmacy care with counseling and pharmacotherapy management for complex specialty patients.
• Conduct comprehensive MTM to identify drug interactions and optimize outcomes.
• Develop and monitor individualized care plans, track labs, clinical progress, and adverse events.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations on drug therapy, dosing, and safety to providers.
• Document in EHR and specialty pharmacy software to meet accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to streamline prior authorizations, logistics, and transitions.

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy

PharmD or Doctorate of Pharmacy

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time Monday-Friday| 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide advanced clinical pharmacy care including counseling and ongoing pharmacotherapy management for patients with complex specialty conditions.
• Perform comprehensive medication therapy management (MTM) to identify drug interactions and optimize therapeutic outcomes.
• Develop and monitor individualized care plans, tracking laboratory values, clinical progression, and adverse drug events.
• Provide evidence-based clinical recommendations to healthcare providers regarding drug selection, dosing adjustments, and patient safety strategies.
• Document in the electronic health record (EHR) and specialty pharmacy software to meet accreditation standards.
• Collaborate across interprofessional teams to streamline prior authorizations, medication delivery logistics, and care transitions.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Pharmacist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required. Master's degree or Doctorate of Pharmacy preferred.

Work Experience

• None required.

Additional Preferences

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Active, unrestricted State Pharmacist License or licensure by date of hire.
• ASHP-Accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy residency or three (3) years of relevant clinical pharmacy experience required. ASHP-Accredited PGY-2 Pharmacy residency with a focus in ambulatory care or specialty pharmacy preferred.
• Active Tennessee license required by start date; partial remote role supporting multiple specialties in the Ascension Tennessee market including Gastroenterology and Pulmonology in Murfreesboro and New Salem.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.