Pharmacist (Clinical Specialist)

Department of Veterans Affairs

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is a licensed pharmacist, preferably with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists accredited residency. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist functions at the highest level of clinical practice, works independently under their individual scope of practice to directly care for patients.

• VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws The duties and responsibilities of the Clinical Pharmacist, include but are not limited to the following: Clinical: Core functions include patient encounters for comprehensive medication management of complex patients with chronic diseases including, but not limited to, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoking cessation, anticoagulation; Functions as a mid-level provider to design, implement, and monitor therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas. Orders, performs, reviews, and analyzes appropriate laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies necessary to monitor and support the patient's drug therapy. Follows-up with patients on lab or test results to discuss the plan of therapy including changes in medication therapy, referral to primary care or specialty provider. Follows-up with patients on lab or test results to discuss the plan of therapy, i.e. changes in medication therapy, monitoring, and additional testing requirements. Clinical pharmacy specialists will determine if a referral to the physician is necessary when disease progression occurs or adverse drug events require treatment interventions. Review patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required. Communicates findings with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed. Obtains medication histories from patients and summarizes significant findings in the medical record and/or to the provider as appropriate. Monitor and report drug errors, adverse drug reactions, allergies, and patient compliance issues. Documents findings per facility procedures. Actively participates in the VAADERS Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) reporting program. Apply knowledge of normal laboratory values in the evaluation of patient care, recognizes significant abnormalities, and make dose adjustment recommendations based on objective laboratory findings Education: Participates in self-development activities to maintain and increase professional competence. Participates in the training and in-servicing of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and other medical center personnel as required. Is skilled at using both written and verbal communication techniques in teaching others. May serve as preceptor for pharmacy students residents in accordance with established protocols. Program Management: Willing to serve on medical center and/or VISN committees as requested. Adheres to all medical center and department policies and regulations. Drug Information: Serves as an authority on drug usage, interactions, over-dosages, and compliance to medical staff, nursing staff, technicians and students. Uses appropriate references to research drug information. Has a good working knowledge of information resources, both written and electronic. Maintains a current knowledge of therapeutics and disease management. Provides timely and accurate responses to drug information inquiries from all customers. Effectively instructs patients and family members in the appropriate use of medications and medical devices. Is able to adjust communication and tracking methods based on age and developmental considerations. Is able to accurately assess and document patient comprehension SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Pharmacy Supervisor, who sets the overall objectives of work. Pharmacy technicians at this level may be assigned to any area of the pharmacy including expanded distributive function assignments; for example, assignment as team leaders for specific process improvement teams involving technical areas or performing more highly complex duties including preparation of oncology agents; assignments are to be completed under supervision. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Eastern Standard Time Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 92674-O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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