ITION SUMMARY

The Ambulatory Care clinical pharmacist provides direct patient care within an ambulatory setting,

practicing under approved Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPAs). This role focuses on

comprehensive medication management, chronic disease state management, medication access

optimization, and population health initiatives. The pharmacist collaborates closely with primary care

providers and the interdisciplinary care team to initiate, modify, or discontinue medication therapy in

accordance with evidence-based protocols, with the goal of improving clinical outcomes, medication

safety, patient experience, and cost-effective care. The position also contributes to quality assurance

activities and continuous improvement efforts to advance ambulatory care services.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

·Current California Board of Pharmacy – Licensed Pharmacist required.

·Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required.

• Post-Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) Pharmacy required.
• Post-Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) Pharmacy Residency preferred.
• Board Certification (BCPS, BCACP) preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Knowledge/Experience:

·Experience working in an ambulatory care or primary care clinic setting providing direct patient care required.

·Knowledge of ambulatory pharmacotherapy and clinical decision-making, including evaluation of laboratory data and medication use.

·Experience identifying medication-related problems and recommending evidence-based interventions to optimize therapy.

Skills:

·Skill in reviewing patient medical records and developing individualized medication management plans.

·Ability to communicate patient care plans, clinical recommendations, and medication-related concerns effectively to physicians and other healthcare professionals.