Ascension

Clinical Specialty Pharmacist

Ascension • $100K — $130K *
Nashville, TN 37211In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Pharmacist licensed by the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy required before starting.
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.
  • PGY-2 residency in Cardiology or Ambulatory Care preferred.
  • Experience managing a clinic under a collaborative practice agreement preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Drive clinical excellence in high-stakes areas like nuclear medicine, oncology, and cardiology.
  • Act as a consultant providing drug information and safety recommendations.
  • Review medication orders to ensure patient safety by identifying potential issues.
  • Lead and mentor the technical pharmacy team and students.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Employer-matched 403(b) and financial security resources including disability and life insurance.
  • Pro-rated paid time off and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Tuition assistance and professional development programs.
  • Employee Assistance Program for emotional well-being and counseling services.
  • Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family-related benefits.
  • Optional legal and pet insurance, along with transportation savings.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Saint Thomas Heart West

Specialty: Cardiac

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Driving Clinical Excellence: Serving as a specialist in high-stakes areas like nuclear medicine, oncology, and cardiology to ensure every medication plan is perfectly tailored to the patient.
  • Serving as a Consultant: Acting as a trusted advisor to medical staff and clinical leadership, providing real-time drug information and recommending formulary alternatives that prioritize safety and efficacy.
  • Ensuring Patient Safety: Meticulously reviewing orders to proactively identify and resolve potential drug-related issues before they reach the bedside.
  • Leading & Mentoring: Overseeing the technical pharmacy team and shaping the future of the profession by serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Pharmacist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.


Education:

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • PGY-2 residency in Cardiology or Ambulatory Care or equivalent experience
  • Experience managing a clinic under a collaborative practice agreement


Responsibilities

  • Driving Clinical Excellence: Serving as a specialist in high-stakes areas like nuclear medicine, oncology, and cardiology to ensure every medication plan is perfectly tailored to the patient.
  • Serving as a Consultant: Acting as a trusted advisor to medical staff and clinical leadership, providing real-time drug information and recommending formulary alternatives that prioritize safety and efficacy.
  • Ensuring Patient Safety: Meticulously reviewing orders to proactively identify and resolve potential drug-related issues before they reach the bedside.
  • Leading & Mentoring: Overseeing the technical pharmacy team and shaping the future of the profession by serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Pharmacist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.


Education:

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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