Pharmacist, Clinical Specialist - Solid Organ Transplant (Kidney)

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$30,000 Sign-On Bonus with Up to $10,000 for Relocation
 

Carilion Clinic is launching an accredited kidney transplant program in 2026, and a pharmacy specialist will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.  Program infrastructure development is already underway, including formulary optimization, creation of order sets and treatment protocols, and establishing medication-related workflows throughout the continuum of care.
 

The solid organ transplant (SOT) pharmacist will assume direct patient care responsibilities throughout the entire continuum of care, with a primary focus in the ambulatory setting.  Comprehensive clinical pharmacy services will be provided both pre- and post-transplantation.  Collaboration will also occur with acute care pharmacy staff during the transplant hospitalization. Responsibilities of the SOT pharmacist include monitoring and adjusting immunosuppressive medications, managing treatments for comorbid disease states, coordinating medication access, and providing extensive medication education to patients and their families throughout transitions of care.  

The transplant clinic will be located on Carilion’s Roanoke campus at the Riverside 3 building, with inpatient hospitalization occurring at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital (CRMH).  This 763-bed academic medical center is affiliated with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and has numerous post-graduate training programs, including multiple medical and surgical residencies and fellowships. 
 

Long-term, the SOT pharmacist will be expected to serve as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents, offering an elective rotation for solid organ transplant.  Opportunities exist for longitudinal projects including research, medication use evaluation, and process improvement initiatives.
 

Qualified candidates must be a graduate of a College of Pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and must possess a current Virginia pharmacist license or be eligible for licensure. An ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency is required and specialized PGY2 residency training in Solid Organ Transplantation is preferred.  Applicants must possess excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills, as well as demonstrate advanced skills in critical thinking and analysis. Must be able to effectively budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision.
 

Shift details: Day shift Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays

What We Require:

Education: Must be a graduate of a College of Pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).

Experience: ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Practice Residency or 3 years of experience in clinical pharmacy.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: License to practice Pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Virginia required within 90 days of hire. During the first 90 days of employment and the licensure application process, pharmacists without a valid license to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Virginia may not perform duties restricted to a licensed pharmacist until the license is obtained. If the license is not obtained within 90 days of employment, the employee may be subject to separation from Carilion Clinic.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Must possess good leadership, communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills. Must be able to effectively budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision. Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills. Work requires knowledge of general office equipment and procedures including computer and keyboarding skills.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. 

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For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,  religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive.  That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training