Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Ambulatory Care

Find your calling at Mercy!
Works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. Serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs as well as to patients. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care
📍 Mercy Springfield | Springfield, MO
Requirements & QualificationsEducation
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy
Licensure
Current Pharmacist license in the state of practice
Missouri pharmacists must obtain a Medication Therapy Services Certificate within 90 days of hire
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of active clinical practice in a specialty area
Ambulatory Care experience strongly preferred
Certifications
Active Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) Certification preferred, ideally within specialty practice area
Candidates eligible to sit for the certification exam will also be considered
Preferred Qualifications
Five or more years of advanced clinical pharmacy experience
Completion of residency training preferred
Experience serving as a clinical preceptor for pharmacy students and residents
Recent scholarly activity, including:
Poster presentation at a state or national meeting within the last two years, and/or
Publication in a state or national journal
Teaching appointment with an affiliated healthcare college (pharmacy, nursing, medicine, or related field) preferred
Be Part of Something Greater
At Mercy, we believe healing begins with compassionate care and clinical excellence. As a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care, you will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize medication therapy, improve patient outcomes, and serve as an expert resource for patients and healthcare professionals.
This advanced clinical role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license while contributing to education, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational excellence.
What You'll DoClinical Pharmacy Practice
Review patient records and evaluate medication therapy appropriateness
Develop and implement individualized medication treatment plans
Identify, prevent, and resolve medication-related problems
Monitor patient outcomes and adjust pharmacotherapy recommendations as needed
Conduct comprehensive medication assessments and Medication Therapy Services
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare providers on drug selection, dosing, administration, contraindications, and drug interactions
Provide medication counseling and education to patients and caregivers
Serve as a clinical resource and subject matter expert within ambulatory care practice areas
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Partner with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Participate in ministry-wide clinical initiatives, specialty councils, Pharmacy & Therapeutics committees, and quality improvement efforts
Maintain strong working relationships across departments and care settings
Education & Leadership
Serve as an active preceptor for pharmacy students and residents
Support continuing education through presentations, lectures, and staff training
Assist in developing staff competencies and clinical education programs
Contribute to scholarly and professional development activities
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Monitor medication use and intervene when clinically appropriate
Participate in medication use evaluations, adverse drug event reporting, and quality assurance initiatives
Support regulatory compliance and accreditation standards
Adhere to confidentiality, patient safety, and risk management policies
Technology & Documentation
Utilize Epic and pharmacy information systems for clinical documentation and order verification
Leverage clinical resources such as Micromedex and other drug information databases
Maintain accurate patient records and therapy documentation
What Makes You Successful
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
Passion for ambulatory patient care and medication optimization
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Dedication to Mercy's mission, values, and service standards
Why Mercy?
At Mercy, you'll join a caring team committed to transforming healthcare through compassion, innovation, and excellence. We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while advancing your clinical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Apply today and help us bring healing through advanced pharmaceutical care.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.