Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (PACT)

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist performs duties of a clinical and teaching nature, including direct patient care, routinely functioning with minimal supervision as an independent practitioner operating under a scope of practice. Duties include, but are not limited to: Serves as an authority on pharmaceutical care in specialized and routine areas of clinical pharmacy practice for medical staff, nursing staff, and pharmacy staff. Responsible for the evaluation, monitoring and medication management of Veterans referred by consult to the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for chronic disease state management. Reviews electronically submitted non-formulary drug requests (NDR) utilizing National VA PBM Criteria for Use. Participates and/or supports Pharmacy Service research efforts. Participates and/or initiates quality management efforts within Pharmacy Service, including analysis and management of a clinical practice within an area of expertise or as otherwise assigned. Completes all encounters