Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist (Pulmonology) - UVA Specialty Pharmacy

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.

Join UVA Health , Virginia’s #1 hospital (Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2025), and make a lasting impact in our Pulmonology Clinic . As an Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist , you’ll collaborate with a large multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based medication management, improve access, and educate patients—helping them breathe easier and live better.

Your Impact
Partner with Providers to manage complex pulmonary conditions, including interstitial lung disease, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, sarcoidosis, COPD, and asthma.
Guide Patients through counseling, monitoring, and follow-up for specialty and non-specialty medications.
Optimize Access by navigating medication approvals and affordability solutions.
Serve as a Resource for medication information, adverse event management, and dose adjustments.

Beyond Clinical Care
Educate & Inspire : Precept APPE students and residents (PGY1, PGY2 Ambulatory Care), lead projects, and deliver lectures/in-services.
Advance UVA Specialty Pharmacy’s Culture of Caring : Empower patients through education and support.

Why UVA Health?
Collaborate in a high-impact ambulatory setting with leading clinicians.
Enjoy professional growth opportunities , competitive benefits, and a mission-driven environment.
Shape the future of pulmonary care through innovation and patient-centered service.

If you’re ready to combine clinical expertise with compassionate care, apply today and help transform lives at UVA Health .

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.

Preferred Qualifications
Education: Pharm.D. from an ACPE accredited college of Pharmacy.
Experience: Postgraduate Year Two (PGY2) Pharmacy Residency, or an equivalent amount of relevant work experience
Licensure/Certifications: Credentialed as Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) or Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP).

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

Compensation
The pay rate for this role starts at $64.37 per hour. New hire compensation will be determined by education and experience.

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.

Position Compensation Range: $55.67 - $89.07 Hourly

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. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.