Pharmacy Specialist Ambulatory Care (Family Medical Center Little Rock)

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Closing Date:

03/23/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

PTSL Ambulatory Pharmacy (Central)

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (CPS) for Ambulatory Care provides comprehensive pharmacotherapy support in the ambulatory care setting serving as a consultative resource to providers on evidence-based therapeutic alternatives medication optimization and drug information. The Ambulatory CPS collaborates daily with the interdisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality patient-centered care across a broad ambulatory population including direct patient care services provided under approved collaborative practice agreements. Responsibilities include reviewing and interpreting medication orders laboratory data and complete medication profiles to ensure safe effective and appropriate drug therapy while identifying and mitigating potential drug interactions and medication-related problems. The Ambulatory CPS contributes to clinical protocol development and quality initiatives and serves as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents. The Ambulatory CPS is expected to obtain credentialing as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist through the UAMS Medical Board Credentialing Committee within six months of employment.

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

• Arkansas Pharmacist license or eligible for Arkansas licensure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency in Ambulatory Care or 5 years of experience working as a clinical pharmacy specialist in an Ambulatory Care setting

• Board of Pharmacy Specialties Certification is preferred and required within 3 years of hiring

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Oversees patient care functions including maintaining accurate records and refining medication therapies to improve treatment results.

• Handles task prioritization adjusts to shifts in practice and addresses day-to-day operational challenges.

• Adhere to pharmacy laws regulations and policies.

• Provides training and instruction to staff members and pharmacy students.

• Participates in initiatives for process enhancement policy revisions or research activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) List of three Professional References (name email business title)Cover Letter/Letter of Application Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling Crouching Feeling Hearing Kneeling Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Reaching Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing Stooping Talking Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes