Clinical Pharmacist
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, Topeka, KS, United States
Company
Oak Street Health
Title
Clinical Pharmacist, Chronic Condition Management
Location
Remote (license required in MO/KS/OK or within 60 days of hire)
Job Code
413210 - Clinical Pharmacist
Role Description
The Clinical Pharmacist, Chronic Condition Management is an integral member of the primary care team, responsible for optimizing medication therapy, improving chronic disease outcomes, and supporting the management of high-risk, medically complex patients. The pharmacist will provide direct patient care, support population health initiatives, and work under a collaborative practice agreement (CPA) where permissible.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
Provide comprehensive medication management (CMM) for patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, COPD, asthma, hyperlipidemia, and anticoagulation.
Conduct telehealth or face‑to‑face visits to assess medication efficacy, safety, adherence, and patient understanding.
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care coordinators.
Provide patient education on disease states, medications, and self‑management strategies.
Ensure the appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient diagnosis and dosing, and promote selection of the most cost‑effective medications that achieve desired therapeutic outcomes.
Interpret laboratory and other patient‑specific data to develop treatment plans and monitor response to therapy.
Issue recommendations to the patient’s managing medical team regarding therapies or alternative approaches based on relevant medical literature and clinical experience.
Where permissible, manage patients under collaborative practice agreements, including initiation, adjustment, and discontinuation of medications.
Clinical Program Development and Population Health
Identify and engage high‑risk or high‑cost patients through population health tools, risk stratification reports, or EMR dashboards.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on chronic disease metrics (e.g., A1c control, blood pressure goals, medication adherence).
Collaborate with care teams to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department utilization.
Develop and maintain clinical protocols, workflows, and documentation templates to support pharmacist‑led services.
Track and report clinical outcomes, intervention metrics, and quality measures.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Serve as a medication expert on the primary care team, providing evidence‑based recommendations for complex medication regimens.
Communicate clinical interventions and care plans effectively through the EMR and team huddles.
Participate in care team meetings and provider education sessions.
Make verbal or written recommendations in a clear, succinct and appropriate manner.
Ensure a continuum of care by cooperating with other health professionals and outside health organizations.
Core Competencies
Strong clinical judgment and evidence‑based decision making.
Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
Ability to manage complex patients and navigate barriers to care.
Commitment to patient‑centered, culturally competent care.
Data‑driven approach to quality improvement.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree.
Current and unrestricted pharmacist license in the candidate’s state of practice (within 60 days of hire) and ability to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
Completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency (or 3+ years of clinically relevant experience).
Ability to obtain Board Certification (BCACP, BCPS, BCGP) within one year of eligibility.
U.S. work authorization.
Travel‑up to 20% of the time, based on needs of the business.
Someone who embodies being "Oaky".
Preferred
2+ years of experience in ambulatory care, primary care, or population health setting.
Board Certification (BCACP, BCPS, BCGP) required to obtain within one year of eligibility.
Completion of a PGY2 pharmacy residency.
Benefits
Mission‑focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for Medicare patients.
Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options.
Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits.
Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends.
New centers and flexible work environments.
Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement.
Pay
The typical pay range for this role is $106,200.00 – $168,750.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Work Hours
40 hours per week, full time.
Compliance Statement
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Oak Street Health
Title
Clinical Pharmacist, Chronic Condition Management
Location
Remote (license required in MO/KS/OK or within 60 days of hire)
Job Code
413210 - Clinical Pharmacist
Role Description
The Clinical Pharmacist, Chronic Condition Management is an integral member of the primary care team, responsible for optimizing medication therapy, improving chronic disease outcomes, and supporting the management of high-risk, medically complex patients. The pharmacist will provide direct patient care, support population health initiatives, and work under a collaborative practice agreement (CPA) where permissible.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
Provide comprehensive medication management (CMM) for patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, COPD, asthma, hyperlipidemia, and anticoagulation.
Conduct telehealth or face‑to‑face visits to assess medication efficacy, safety, adherence, and patient understanding.
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care coordinators.
Provide patient education on disease states, medications, and self‑management strategies.
Ensure the appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient diagnosis and dosing, and promote selection of the most cost‑effective medications that achieve desired therapeutic outcomes.
Interpret laboratory and other patient‑specific data to develop treatment plans and monitor response to therapy.
Issue recommendations to the patient’s managing medical team regarding therapies or alternative approaches based on relevant medical literature and clinical experience.
Where permissible, manage patients under collaborative practice agreements, including initiation, adjustment, and discontinuation of medications.
Clinical Program Development and Population Health
Identify and engage high‑risk or high‑cost patients through population health tools, risk stratification reports, or EMR dashboards.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on chronic disease metrics (e.g., A1c control, blood pressure goals, medication adherence).
Collaborate with care teams to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department utilization.
Develop and maintain clinical protocols, workflows, and documentation templates to support pharmacist‑led services.
Track and report clinical outcomes, intervention metrics, and quality measures.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Serve as a medication expert on the primary care team, providing evidence‑based recommendations for complex medication regimens.
Communicate clinical interventions and care plans effectively through the EMR and team huddles.
Participate in care team meetings and provider education sessions.
Make verbal or written recommendations in a clear, succinct and appropriate manner.
Ensure a continuum of care by cooperating with other health professionals and outside health organizations.
Core Competencies
Strong clinical judgment and evidence‑based decision making.
Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
Ability to manage complex patients and navigate barriers to care.
Commitment to patient‑centered, culturally competent care.
Data‑driven approach to quality improvement.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree.
Current and unrestricted pharmacist license in the candidate’s state of practice (within 60 days of hire) and ability to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
Completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency (or 3+ years of clinically relevant experience).
Ability to obtain Board Certification (BCACP, BCPS, BCGP) within one year of eligibility.
U.S. work authorization.
Travel‑up to 20% of the time, based on needs of the business.
Someone who embodies being "Oaky".
Preferred
2+ years of experience in ambulatory care, primary care, or population health setting.
Board Certification (BCACP, BCPS, BCGP) required to obtain within one year of eligibility.
Completion of a PGY2 pharmacy residency.
Benefits
Mission‑focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for Medicare patients.
Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options.
Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits.
Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends.
New centers and flexible work environments.
Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement.
Pay
The typical pay range for this role is $106,200.00 – $168,750.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Work Hours
40 hours per week, full time.
Compliance Statement
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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