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Job description
ChenMed is seeking a Ambulatory Pharmacist for a job in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Ambulatory Pharmacist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff
Salary will be competitive and based on equitable consideration of qualifications and experience.
We’re unique. You should be, too.
We’re changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?
We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.
The Ambulatory Pharmacist is a patient-centered clinical professional dedicated to optimizing medication therapy within primary care clinics. Operating under a collaborative practice agreement, this role focuses on reducing polypharmacy, enhancing medication adherence, and managing chronic diseases to improve patient outcomes and elevate quality performance metrics such as CMS Star Ratings and HEDIS scores. The ambulatory pharmacist partners closely with patients, physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care teams to deliver evidence-based, individualized care that promotes safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Medication Management & Optimization: Collaborates with healthcare providers to adjust medication therapies, interpret lab results, and support clinical decision-making within a protocol-driven framework.
Comprehensive Medication Reviews: Conducts detailed evaluations of medication regimens addressing safety, efficacy, cost considerations, side effects, and barriers to adherence.
Chronic Disease Management: Proactively manages conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, anticoagulation, and asthma to improve control and prevent complications.
Care Coordination & Transitions: Facilitates seamless transitions of care by resolving medication discrepancies during hospital discharges and preventing readmissions.
Patient Education & Engagement: Delivers personalized counseling on medication use, side effects, and adherence strategies to empower patients and improve compliance.
Lab Testing & Monitoring: Orders, interprets, and utilizes laboratory results to monitor medication, safety and effectiveness.
Collaborative Practice & Protocols: Works directly with physicians and providers to implement and follow care protocols, including independent medication adjustments when appropriate.
Administrative & Support Activities: Assists with physician consultations, provides accurate drug information, and supports the department’s quality improvement initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of and experience with state and federal insurance programs
Familiarity with appropriate local, state, and federal pharmacy-related regulations
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Excellent organizational, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Willingness to travel locally up to 50% of the time; flexible to work evening, weekends and/or holidays as needed
Fluency in spoken and written English
This job requires use and exercise of independent judgment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:
Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) required
Valid pharmacy license in good standing (Doctor of Pharmacy/PharmD) required
Pharmacy residency or ambulatory care certification (e.g. BCACP) preferred
Minimum two (2) years of relevant clinical experience in primary care, ambulatory care, managed care, or related setting
Certification in immunization and medication therapy management is a plus
Residency training or ambulatory care certification is highly preferred
Experience in managed care, HMO, PBM, or MSO settings is a plus
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required within first 90 days of employment
PAY RANGE:
$118,062 - $168,658 Salary The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.
ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.
Current employees, if you want to apply to our internal career site, please click HERE
Current Contingent Worker please see job aid HERE to apply
#LI-Onsite ChenMed Job ID #R . Posted job title: Ambulatory Pharmacist
About ChenMed
At ChenMed, we’re shaping the future of value-based care. Our patient-centered, preventive care approach is aimed at improving health outcomes for seniors.
We serve our communities in over 100 medical centers across 12 states and prioritize our team members with competitive compensation and benefits and with our purpose-driven culture. Working at ChenMed is more than just your next opportunity, you will feel rewarded from day one as your contribution will truly make an impact in both the health and lives of seniors .
Benefits
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Holiday Pay
Dental benefits
Benefits start day 1
Life insurance
Guaranteed Hours
Sick pay
Vision benefits
401k retirement plan
Wellness and fitness programs
Mileage reimbursement
Discount program
Worksite address
portsmouth, VA, 23703, US
Who can apply
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