Pharmacy Specialist - Neurology Infusion

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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date:06/12/2026Type of Position:Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary SupportJob Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesThe 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 familyHoliday, Vacation and Sick LeaveEducation discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMSBasic Life Insurance up to $50,000Career Training and Educational OpportunitiesMerchant DiscountsConcierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacyBelow you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. 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Department:ICE | PTSL Specialty Pharmacy OP AS CDepartment's Website:Summary of Job Duties:Clinical Pharmacy Specialists (CPS) are responsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. CPS works under minimal supervision to provide direct patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy operational services that optimize the patient care experience and drive organizational performance. A Clinical Pharmacy Specialist provides expertise to the department expertise not routinely available in the pharmacy staff. The abilities these individuals have may include a broad background in specific clinical areas, or the individual may have expertise in specific pharmacy management areas (such as formulary management, information systems, drug utilization evaluation, infusion, or investigational drugs).Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy DegreeCompletion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 residency and/or at least 3 years of applicable experienceCertification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas or eligibility for licensure.Preferred Qualifications:PharmD5 years of applicable experienceExperience coordinating outpatient infusion therapyAdditional Information:Responsibiliities:Develop and maintain a clinical pharmacy practice to optimize safe, effective, and affordable medication therapyReview infusion treatment plans for appropriateness and proper dosing based on the documented diagnosis and the objective information found in the patient’s chart, as well as current guidelinesPharmacokinetic drug monitoring and dose adjustmentCoordinate pre-infusion medications, labs, and vaccinations, assisting with logistics of clinic-administered vs pharmacy-administered vaccines per payor requirementsParticipate in protocol and order set development, formulary management, drug utilization reviews, and cost-savings initiatives Coordinate care with the Prior Authorization and Financial Assistance teams to ensure timely and affordable authorization and start of infusion therapy, including both treatment and therapy plans. Acquiring authorization is not the responsibility of CPS; care coordination occurs when necessary Support the use of formulary medications and suggest formulary alternatives, where appropriate, or document clinical need for nonformulary and/or off-label usage where appropriateAssist with formulary addition requests for P&T and ERX buildsEnsure compliance with necessary infusion REMS requirements Apply and make necessary modifications to outpatient treatment and therapy plans on a patient-specific basisAssist with writing appeal letters and letters of medical necessity as needed for medication authorization purposesAssist with implementing health-system pharmacy initiatives (e.g., dose rounding, biosimilar use, etc).Participate in the transition of care from outpatient infusion to Specialty Pharmacy oral/self-injectable medications Provide education and counseli