Ambulatory Pharmacist - UVA Specialty Pharmacy

Overview

Pharmacist ensures the safe effective and financially responsible use of medications by providing optimal drug product selection dosage regimen design effective administration and drug therapy monitoring services in the Medical Center.

Now is your moment to join UVA Health’s Specialty Pharmacy team-where precision, compassion, and coordination define every patient interaction.

Located at 1725 Discovery Dr., Suite 200, Charlottesville, VA 22911
, UVA Specialty Pharmacy supports patients with complex and chronic conditions including cancer, HIV, cystic fibrosis, multiple sclerosis, and transplant-related therapies.

As a Clinical Pharmacist
, you will:

• Deliver expert clinical oversight for specialty medications
• Partner with providers to optimize therapeutic outcomes
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe, effective medication use
• Monitor adherence and manage side effects for complex regimens
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards

• Be part of a high-touch, patient-centered pharmacy team
• Support therapies that require advanced coordination and care
• Help patients access life-changing medications with confidence
• Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise truly matters

• Education:
  
  Bachelor s Degree required
• Experience:
  
  No experience required
• Licensure/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

• Education:
  
  Pharm.
  
  D. from an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy
• Experience:
  
  None
• Licensure/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Job requires standing and traveling for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 20lbs. May be exposed to chemicals.

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

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

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