AMBULATORY SPECIALTY PHARMACIST - RHEUMATOLOGY   LOCATION: This role may be performed within the current departmental setting or within a physician’s office.  

 

Ready to Redefine Patient Care?

Are you passionate about patient‑centered care and transforming lives through expert medication management? At AtlantiCare, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that empower our patients and improve their health outcomes. We’re seeking a dedicated and dynamic Pharmacist to join our ambulatory specialty care team, working directly within a rheumatology office to support patients with complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Take the next step in your career and join a company where your expertise truly matters.

 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Mission‑Driven Impact: Play a vital role in optimizing therapy for rheumatology patients through hands‑on medication management, adherence support, and proactive monitoring that enhances safety, outcomes, and quality of life. Collaborative Culture: Work side‑by‑side with rheumatologists and clinical staff in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment that values your clinical insight and contributions. Professional Growth: Expand your expertise in specialty medication management, autoimmune disease therapies, and protocol‑driven care with ongoing professional development opportunities. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, newly enhanced high‑quality affordable healthcare services, wellness perks, and voluntary benefits

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Doctor of Pharmacy Degree or Master’s degree required. License/Certification: Current New Jersey State license as a Registered Pharmacist required. Medication Therapy Management Certification, Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP), Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) preferred. Experience: Minimum of 2 years active pharmacy experience; PGY-1 Residency or PGY-2 Ambulatory Residency preferred. Strong clinical and operational pharmacy background; must demonstrate extensive knowledge of current regulations (USP, NJ Board of Pharmacy, NJ DOH, Joint Commission, CMS, DEA), and ASHP best practice. 
POSITION SUMMARY
The Specialty Pharmacist is responsible for clinical aspects of pharmaceutical care in order to optimize treatment of the specified patient population. The Specialty Pharmacist collaborates with other healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary approach to manage patient outcomes and develop effective medication plans that identify, resolve, and prevent drug-related problems while also assessing clinical outcomes. The Specialty Pharmacist also serves as a dedicated resource to the specified department and patient population as well as participates in drug-research, clinical presentations on new and existing medications and assists with other projects as needed by the department. The position also participates in, but is not limited to, clinical discussions with other providers, providing MTM services/consultations, obtaining medication prior authorizations, therapy compliance, patient counseling, triaging specialty prescriptions to appropriate pharmacy, evaluating patient barriers to medication adherence, coordinating cost issues as they arise and coordinating medication shipping. The Specialty Pharmacist will maintain compliance with all NJBOP regulations along with other state and federal laws.       WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to infectious patients or materials is negligible. Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapy, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions). Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.  Physical Requirements: Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of a computer keyboard). May require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs.), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions and stooping or kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor; to remove and replace items on lower shelves; to file documents in lower file drawers). Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) are often necessary. Normal range of hearing and vision required to perform work and communicate.     REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This positions report to the department leadership.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

 

 

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

 

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including: 

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plans with employer contributions Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care Wellness Programs to help you thrive Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more 

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements. 

 

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future!