Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Specialty Pharmacy Services

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a Lead Clinical Pharmacist to elevate specialty pharmacy services. This pivotal role involves leading clinical operations, mentoring pharmacy staff, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. The successful candidate will coordinate complex patient therapies and drive quality improvement initiatives, all while maintaining a patient-centered approach. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering exceptional pharmacy care and making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. If you are passionate about clinical excellence and leadership in pharmacy, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in clinical pharmacy and accreditation.
• Specialty Pharmacy Board Certification required within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily clinical pharmacy workflows and ensure medication safety.
• Onboard and mentor pharmacists, students, and residents.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and payer-specific standards.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy Leadership

Patient Management

Accreditation Compliance

Quality Improvement Initiatives

Therapeutic Services Coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Pharm.D. degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Position Summary

The Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Specialty Pharmacy Services, plays a pivotal leadership role in ensuring high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered specialty pharmacy care across UVA Health's ambulatory and specialty service lines. This role supports clinical initiatives such as disease management, outcomes reporting, accreditation compliance, and operational standardization in specialty pharmacy areas, including rare diseases and cell & gene therapies (CGT). The lead pharmacist serves as a clinical expert, oversees workflows, mentors pharmacists, and maintains UVA Health's leadership in innovative, outcomes-driven specialty pharmacy services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Operations & Workflow Support

• Lead daily clinical pharmacy workflows, ensuring alignment with payer requirements and high-touch therapeutic services.
• Coordinate complex patient therapy cases, ensuring timely interventions and medication safety.
• Support EMR workflows, documentation standards, and handoff processes for therapy initiation and monitoring.

Training, Education & Mentorship

• Onboard, train, and mentor pharmacists, students, and residents; serve as a preceptor.
• Standardize practices and facilitate team updates on standards and best practices.
• Serve as a senior resource for clinical decision-making and policy interpretation.

Compliance, Quality & Accreditation Readiness

• Ensure compliance with accreditation and payer-specific documentation and patient management standards.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• Serve as the senior clinical pharmacist in accreditation reviews.

Payer & Accreditation Reporting

• Support data submission for outcomes tracking and performance dashboards.
• Collaborate on pharmacy quality programs and reporting.

Team & Communication Liaison

• Act as a liaison among clinical pharmacists, operations, patient access, and providers.
• Participate in meetings to ensure alignment across initiatives and systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty Pharmacy Board Certification (CSP) required or obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Leadership experience in clinical pharmacy, accreditation, quality initiatives, and collaboration.

Additional Responsibilities

• Enter clinician orders into systems.
• Process prescriptions.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians.
• Provide drug information to patients, caregivers, and providers.
• Perform pharmacy functions per regulations and guidelines.
• Oversee daily pharmacy operations and quality of care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Compensation Range

$55.67 - $89.07 Hourly

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's or Pharm.D. degree in Pharmacy.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure: Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License; AHA BLS certification.

Physical Demands

Standing for prolonged periods, proficient communication, attention to detail, ability to lift <20 lbs, potential chemical exposure.

The University of Virginia and UVA Health System are committed to diversity and are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to various personal attributes and statuses.