Pharmacy Specialist - Migraine Headache

Summary of Job Duties

The Pharmacy Specialist will serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team representing UAMS Specialty Pharmacy Services. The specialist will provide pharmacy services with a focus on safety, efficacy, and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree
  • PGY1 Residency Training OR 3 years of applicable experience
  • Licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist or eligible for licensure
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Doctorate of Pharmacy
  • Board certified in applicable area
  • Experience with retail pharmacy, neurology/headache medications, specialty pharmacy, or ambulatory care

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets prescriber's orders and detects appropriateness of therapy; prepares and dispenses medications.
• Prepares sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique.
• Prepares chemotherapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Answers client questions regarding prescription renewal, dosage, and side effects.
• Serves as a primary or co-preceptor for rotational students; provides formal, in-depth training of students and new staff.
• Serves as a liaison between the pharmacy service line and the assigned practice area.
• Promotes a safe working environment by adhering to the UAMS patient safety plan.
• Ensures equipment and facilities are used, calibrated, and maintained properly.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
• All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Annual TB Screening
• Criminal Background Check
• Sex Offender Registry
• Sobriety Testing

Constant Physical Activity

• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

• Crawling
• Kneeling
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

• N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes