The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist provides evidence-based pharmaceutical care to patients in the ambulatory clinical setting. The delivery of care by the Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist includes, but is not limited to: designing, implementing, assessing, monitoring, and documenting therapeutic plans utilizing best evidence and most effective and most economical medication treatments; helping to achieve positive patient outcomes through interactions with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams in the ambulatory clinical setting. When appropriate, pharmacists who provide ambulatory care services may perform patient assessments, participate in collaborative practice agreements to provide medication management, provide collaborative drug therapy management, order, interpret, monitor medication therapy-related tests, coordinate care and other health services for wellness and prevention of disease, provide education to patients and caregivers, and document care plans in the medical record.

Ambulatory Clinics | UVA Health

Practice Locations (2 openings):

• University Medical Associates – 1222 Jefferson Park Ave, Floor 3, Charlottesville, VA
• Fontaine Park – 415 Ray C Hunt Dr, Charlottesville, VA

Practice pharmacy at the top of your license.

UVA Health is recruiting two Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacists to support Internal Medicine specialty care in high‑volume ambulatory clinics. In this embedded role, pharmacists partner closely with internal medicine physicians and care teams to deliver comprehensive, patient‑centered care.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with Internal Medicine physicians as an integrated member of the care team
• Provide direct patient care and comprehensive medication management
• Optimize therapy for complex and chronic disease states
• Support specialty internal medicine workflows and population health initiatives
• Educate patients to improve adherence, safety, and outcomes
• Work within a Collaborative Practice Agreement to manage pharmacotherapy plans

Why UVA Health

• Pharmacists function as clinical providers, not ancillary support
• Strong culture of interprofessional collaboration
• Opportunities to impact care at both individual and population levels
• Environment that supports autonomy, growth, and clinical advancement

Minimum Qualifications –

• Education: Bachelor’s in Pharmacy with experience or Pharm.D. from an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy. Degree required.
• Experience: PGY-1 residency required or equivalent clinical experience.
• Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Board Certification or equivalent certification specific to clinical area highly encouraged.

Physical Demands – Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: typing. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull < 20lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Onboarding Requirements

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

The starting base rate for this role is $64.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.