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Clinical Pharmacist, Division of Infectious Diseases

Company:
The University of Arizona
Job Location:
Tucson, 85724
Category:
Health and Medical Services
Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req21250

Department: Medicine

Location: University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address: 655 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711 USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases' Petersen HIV Clinic provides comprehensive healthcare and support services to people with, or at risk for, HIV. The Petersen HIV Clinic is seeking candidates for a Clinical Pharmacist (Pharmacist III). The incumbent will work as a vital member of a multidisciplinary team consisting of ID physicians and members of the Ryan White program to provide excellent levels of care for patients to include treatment adherence services.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work week flexible work arrangement in conversation with the supervisor.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid
vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

  • Evaluates medication orders for contraindications; drug-drug interactions; drug-food interactions; allergies and appropriateness of drug, dose, frequency and route.
  • Formulates patients' treatment plans and initiate, modify, and continue appropriate drug therapy in accordance with HIV standards of practice or in consultation with the primary physicians.
  • Initiates requests for appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic studies as needed for monitoring drug therapy.
  • Provides treatment adherence counseling and support for patients in the HIV Treatment Adherence Program.
  • Assists patient and multidisciplinary team with solving medication issues (i.e., prior authorization, patient assistance programs, and financial support programs).
  • Acts as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents in clinic.
  • Provides educational information for patients and families, program staff, and other patient care professionals. This may be in the form of a continuing education presentation or other department-wide communication.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to travel to different clinic sites.
  • Strong understanding of HIV pharmacy services, and knowledge of HIV/AIDS medications and treatment.
  • Possess a high level of organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, and track both long-term and short-term projects while performing day-to-day tasks.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively work with a multidisciplinary team to solve problems or improve operations.
  • Ability to demonstrate personal responsibility, respect for self and others, innovation through teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Licensure as a Registered Pharmacist by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience is required.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, including completion of 3 years of clinical pharmacy experience providing comprehensive medication management services in ambulatory care/internal medicine/infectious diseases setting within the last 3 years or equivalent of completing an ASHP accredited PGY1 with ambulatory care/internal medicine/infectious diseases experience.
  • Must have ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy

Preferred Qualifications

  • Completion of ASHP accredited PGY2 with specialization in ambulatory care, infectious diseases, internal medicine or equivalent work experience.
  • Board certification or Certified Pharmacist by American Academy of HIV Medicine.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish.
  • Experience with Quality Improvement practices.
  • Experience working in a clinical/hospital setting or with populations who are at high risk for HIV/AIDS or other disease states.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Health Care and Wellness

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $99,901 - $129,871

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

12

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$99901

Grade Range Midpoint

$129871

Grade Range Maximum

$159847

Career Stream and Level

PC3

Job Family

Pharmacy

Job Function

Health Care & Wellness

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Heather Hendrych | hhendrych@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

If invited for an interview, please bring three professional references with you.

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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