Clinical Lead Pharmacist - Ambulatory/Specialty Rheumatology
University Health KC
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Job Description
Clinical Lead Pharmacist - Ambulatory/Specialty Rheumatology
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Position Summary
As a Clinical Lead Pharmacist - Ambulatory/Specialty Rheumatology, you’ll serve as both a hands-on clinical practitioner and a departmental leader—supporting patient care, advancing pharmacy practice, and mentoring pharmacy staff. In addition to fulfilling the responsibilities of a Clinical Pharmacist, you'll provide expert pharmaceutical care through clinical services, staff development, education, research, and direct patient engagement. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape outcomes not only within the pharmacy department but across the broader healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care through direct patient interaction and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for pharmacy staff and learners
- Contribute to teaching and precepting of pharmacy students and residents
- Participate in general pharmacy staffing and operational support as needed
- Lead or support quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and research efforts
- Collaborate across departments to promote safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use
- Maintain active involvement in continuing education and specialty board certification
Minimum Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited program
- Current Missouri pharmacist license, in good standing with Medication Therapy Services (MTS) designation
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency or equivalent experience in the relevant practice area
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification—current or obtained upon hire
- Attain and maintain Board Certification (BPS) in designated area of practice within 2 years of hire
Why You’ll Thrive Here
- Lead and shape clinical pharmacy practice in a progressive health system
- Influence medication use policy and patient outcomes through research and innovation
- Work with a multidisciplinary team committed to learning, quality, and care excellence
Key Skills/Competency
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Leadership
- Rheumatology
- Patient Care
- Medication Management
- Staff Development
- Quality Improvement
- Research
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Precepting
How to Get Hired at University Health KC
- Research University Health KC's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume to highlight your clinical pharmacy leadership, rheumatology expertise, and experience with quality improvement and staff development, using keywords from the Clinical Lead Pharmacist - Ambulatory/Specialty Rheumatology job description.
- Showcase your certifications: Emphasize your PharmD, Missouri pharmacist license with MTS, ASHP PGY-1 residency, ACLS, and plans for BPS certification.
- Prepare for behavioral interviews: Practice articulating how your leadership, mentorship, and collaboration skills align with University Health KC's commitment to patient care and innovation.
- Network strategically: Connect with current or former University Health KC pharmacy professionals on LinkedIn for insights into their hiring process and team dynamics.
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