Closing Date:
07/20/2026
Clinical Staff (Non-Classified)
Regular
Day Shift (United States of America)
No
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 $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .
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The Pharmacy Specialist will serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team representing UAMS Specialty Pharmacy Services. The specialist will provide pharmacy services with a focus on safety, efficacy, and positive outcomes.
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
Licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist or eligible for licensure
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Able to become an integral part of the assigned specialty interdisciplinary team and develop professional relationships with its members.
Performs proper patient assessments that comply with accreditation standards within the time parameters set forth in the patient management program.
Works to institute a disease state management agreement with providers.
Cosigns outreach documentation promptly.
Assesses the appropriateness of therapy for the individual patient with respect to safety, comorbidities, dosing, and side effect management.
Recommends appropriate screening prior to the medication start date.
Recommends appropriate monitoring to ensure patient safety.
Documents clinical interventions.
Promotes adherence and actively monitors patient compliance.
Monitors hospital admissions for their specific patient population.
Answers clinical communications from patients in a timely manner and facilitates communication between the patient and the clinic.
Serves as a resource to defend the use of the product to payers using clinical studies and accepted guidelines.
Practices evidence-based medicine.
Develops and manages plans of care, collecting objective data to demonstrate positive outcomes.
Participates in the training of staff, students, and residents.
Participates in a group 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year on-call rotation where each member of the group takes call for 1 week at a time.
Serves as a resource and provides accurate drug information to medical staff.
Actively participates in quality improvement projects and action plans to improve safety and service.
Sits on the Quality Management Committee.
Works with drug manufacturers to gain access to medications with limited distribution.
Completes required training in a timely manner.
Participates in continuing education appropriate to the specialty.
Displays courtesy and respect toward all patients and employees.
Demonstrates cultural sensitivity.
Strives to provide excellent pharmacy services.
Values patient safety as a priority.
Promotes health equity.
Displays teamwork ability.
Works creatively to solve problems and improve services.
Participates in the training of staff, students, and residents.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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.
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