Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Montgomery College; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

ETO / Paid time off

Education assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System seeks a Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship to advance expert pharmacotherapy across the care continuum. You will collaborate with physicians, nursing, microbiology, infection prevention, and other professionals to optimize antimicrobial therapy and improve patient outcomes.

This role supports program development, formulary management, education, research, and quality initiatives, contributing to regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy - required
• Current Missouri Pharmacist Licensure - required
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and ASHP-accredited PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency; or completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency with significant infectious diseases clinical practice experience; or equivalent combination of advanced infectious diseases clinical experience and demonstrated expertise - required

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced clinical pharmacy services for patients with infectious diseases, as part of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing, microbiology and infection prevention to optimize antimicrobial therapy and improve outcomes
• Supports clinical program development, formulary management, education, research and quality improvement initiatives

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree (ACPE accredited)

Missouri Pharmacist Licensure

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Infectious Diseases (ID) and Antimicrobial Stewardship provides advanced clinical pharmacy services for patients with infectious diseases while serving as a key member of the organization's Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP). This position collaborates with physicians, nursing, microbiology, infection prevention, and other healthcare professionals to optimize antimicrobial therapy, improve patient outcomes, reduce antimicrobial resistance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The specialist also supports clinical program development, formulary management, education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy - required

Licensure:

• Current Missouri Pharmacist Licensure - required

Experience:

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and ASHP-accredited PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency; or completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency with significant infectious diseases clinical practice experience; or equivalent combination of advanced infectious diseases clinical experience and demonstrated expertise - required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Why Work at Saint Francis?

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves. You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision

To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Values

• Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
• Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
• Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
• Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
• Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
• Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
• Excellence: Always striving to be the best
• Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end

If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact…

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Total Rewards

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].

Guided by our mission to provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ, Saint Francis Healthcare System delivers progressive and innovative health care services to Southeast Missouri and beyond. Our colleagues are called to compassionately serve, while seeing others through Christ’s eyes. Saint Francis’s commitment to excellence in quality and service is what sets us apart.