Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist (Rheumatology) - UVA Specialty Pharmacy

Make a lasting impact on patients living with complex rheumatologic disease through longitudinal, clinic-based pharmaceutical care.

At UVA Health, ambulatory pharmacists are trusted clinical partners. This newly created Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist embedded within Rheumatology represents a strategic investment in specialty care, patient access, and relationship-based practice. The role is designed for a pharmacist who wants to practice at the top of their license, build long‑term patient relationships, and help shape how specialty pharmacy services integrate directly into outpatient clinical care.

Role

This newly created, clinic‑embedded ambulatory clinical pharmacist position supports UVA Health’s rheumatology physician group. While the role is aligned with UVA Specialty Pharmacy, most of the work is clinic based, partnering closely with rheumatology providers, nurses, and patients to manage complex medication therapy across the continuum of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide longitudinal ambulatory pharmaceutical care, supporting patients over time rather than episodic encounters.
• Design, implement, assess, monitor, and document evidence‑based therapeutic plans for patients with complex rheumatologic conditions.
• Play a meaningful role in medication access, including specialty pharmacy workflows, prior authorization support, and limited distribution of drug access.
• Support specialty pharmacy accreditation related processes that directly impact patient access to therapy.
• Provide patient education, counseling, and ongoing medication monitoring, fostering trust and adherence.
• Participate in collaborative practice agreements, including ordering labs and medications when applicable.
• Potentially support comorbid condition management or disease state care within scope and training.
• Document care plans and clinical interventions clearly within the medical record.

Typical Day

• Rounding or coordinating with rheumatology providers and clinic teams.
• Meeting patients for medication education, follow‑up, and therapy optimization.
• Addressing medication access barriers and coordinating specialty pharmacy services.
• Reviewing labs, monitoring therapy effectiveness and safety, and adjusting plans under collaborative agreements.
• Serving as the primary embedded pharmacist in clinic at times, working independently while remaining deeply connected to the broader pharmacy and specialty teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy required.
• Experience: No experience required; PGY‑1 residency or equivalent clinical experience preferred.
• Licensure: Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License or within 60 days of hire; American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
• Physical Demands: Comfortable with prolonged sitting, repetitive typing, able to lift/push/pull less than 20 lbs, and may be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

Compensation

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 Savings Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Certification and education support.
• Generous paid time off.

EEO Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.