Specialty Clinical Pharmacist
St. Joseph?s Health
Paterson, NJ (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
The Specialty Clinical Pharmacist is a key member of the care team, serving as the frontline provider of specialty pharmacy services within an integrated care model at St. Joseph's University Medical Center. This role is accountable for achieving optimal clinical outcomes for each patient. In addition to direct patient care, the pharmacist supports non-clinical tasks, including managing prior authorizations and dispensing activities, to ensure seamless therapy access and adherence. The position also leads the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical protocols and drives clinical quality improvement initiatives. Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy or Doctorate in Pharmacy required. Knowledge of benefits investigation, prior authorization processes, and patient financial assistance programs preferred. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with diverse customer groups. Proficiency in standard workplace software (e.g., MS Office). Experience with pharmacy dispensing systems (Enterprise Rx) preferred. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems (Cerner) preferred. Self-starter with the ability to develop and execute processes quickly and accurately, and a strong interest in helping define future operational protocols.