293235true293235falseSubmission for the position PHARMACOGENOMICS PHARMACIST-HSOM - Job Number T229430false293235falsetruePHARMACOGENOMICS PHARMACIST-HSOMT229430 PHARMACOGENOMICS PHARMACIST-HSOM University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurologys Pharmacogenomics Program seeks to hire a Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist. The candidate will serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in clinical pharmacy chronic disease therapeutic management and pharmacogenomics for clinicians patients and research participants. This position will support genomic medicine clinical and research initiatives including but not limited to 1. The Alabama Genomic Health Initiative AGHI reconcile participant medication lists obtained from self-report electronic medical records and other outside sources and communicate actionable pharmacogenetic recommendations to clinicians. Provide pharmacogenomics education and support to clinicians and study participants. 2. Electronic Medical Records and Genomics eMERGE Network participate in standing network working groups return polygenic risk results for common chronic conditions to providers and study participants provide counseling and recommended actions for high risk results. 3. Implementing Genomics in Practice IGNITE Network screen and recruit qualifying participants for the Genetic testing to Understand and Address Renal Disease Disparities across the US GUARDD-US study return genetic risk information and pharmacogenetic results to participants and physicians to help guide future interventions and hypertensive medication recommendations. 4. The Clinical Pharmacogenomics Service work collaboratively with investigators clinicians and clinical informatics to enable the effective deployment of pharmacogenomics into UAB medicine. Key Roles & Responsibilities To understand the implications of genetic variations in the metabolism of certain medications. To manage individual therapeutic plans based on genetic phenotype testing. To support the goals of the Alabama Genomic Health Initiative AGHI and serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in pharmacogenomics for both clinicians and AGHI participants. To review pharmacogenetic test results reconcile participant medication lists obtained from self-report electronic medical records and other outside sources and communicate actionable pharmacogenetic recommendations to clinicians. To work collaboratively with AGHI investigators clinicians and clinical informatics to enable the effective deployment of pharmacogenomics into UAB Family Medicine. Maintains proficiency in medication and disease management as well as a thorough understanding of the medications clinical conditions current treatment guidelines and pharmacogenomic recommendations. Participates in the screening recruitment data collection return-of-results and education for multiple genomic-focused research projects. Collaborates with investigators including those at UAB and partner institutions UAB providers genetic counselors and UAB HSIS to refine methods used for returning results to participants and providers based on feedback. Provides education to clinicians patients and study participants regarding the appropriate use andor interpretation of pharmacogenomic test results. Reviews pharmacogenomic test results identifies significant gene-drug interactions and assists prescribers with interpretation drug selection and dosing recommendations. Maintains regular and predictable attendance and participates in on-call rotation providing timely pharmacogenomic consultations. Knowledge Skills Abilities & Work Characteristics Strong written and verbal communication skills Critical thinking skills Strong interpersonal skills Working knowledge of pharmacogenetic resourcesguidelines Ability to multi-task Analytical skills Organizational skills Compensation & Salary Range This position is assigned to Wage Grade W.G.420 with a full Compensation-approved range of 104045-169045 annually midpoint 135260. Final offers will be made within this grade range based on the candidates qualifications internal equity and the departments budgeted amount for the role. Applicants whose stated salary expectations fall outside the posted grade range may not be considered. PHARMACOGENOMICS PHARMACIST-HSOM University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurologys Pharmacogenomics Program seeks to hire a Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist. The candidate will serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in clinical pharmacy chronic disease therapeutic management and pharmacogenomics for clinicians patients and research participants. This position will support genomic medicine clinical and research initiatives including but not limited to 1. The Alabama Genomic Health Initiative AGHI reconcile participant medication lists obtained from self-report electronic medical records and other outside sources and communicate actionable pharmacogenetic recommendations to clinicians. Provide pharmacogenomics education and support to clinicians and study participants. 2. Electronic Medical Records and Genomics eMERGE Network participate in standing network working groups return polygenic risk results for common chronic conditions to providers and study participants provide counseling and recommended actions for high risk results. 3. Implementing Genomics in Practice IGNITE Network screen and recruit qualifying participants for the Genetic testing to Understand and Address Renal Disease Disparities across the US GUARDD-US study return genetic risk information and pharmacogenetic results to participants and physicians to help guide future interventions and hypertensive medication recommendations. 4. The Clinical Pharmacogenomics Service work collaboratively with investigators clinicians and clinical informatics to enable the effective deployment of pharmacogenomics into UAB medicine. Key Roles & Responsibilities To understand the implications of genetic variations in the metabolism of certain medications. To manage individual therapeutic plans based on genetic phenotype testing. To support the goals of the Alabama Genomic Health Initiative AGHI and serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in pharmacogenomics for both clinicians and AGHI participants. To review pharmacogenetic test results reconcile participant medication lists obtained from self-report electronic medical records and other outside sources and communicate actionable pharmacogenetic recommendations to clinicians. To work collaboratively with AGHI investigators clinicians and clinical informatics to enable the effective deployment of pharmacogenomics into UAB Family Medicine. Maintains proficiency in medication and disease management as well as a thorough understanding of the medications clinical conditions current treatment guidelines and pharmacogenomic recommendations. Participates in the screening recruitment data collection return-of-results and education for multiple genomic-focused research projects. Collaborates with investigators including those at UAB and partner institutions UAB providers genetic counselors and UAB HSIS to refine methods used for returning results to participants and providers based on feedback. Provides education to clinicians patients and study participants regarding the appropriate use andor interpretation of pharmacogenomic test results. Reviews pharmacogenomic test results identifies significant gene-drug interactions and assists prescribers with interpretation drug selection and dosing recommendations. Maintains regular and predictable attendance and participates in on-call rotation providing timely pharmacogenomic consultations. Knowledge Skills Abilities & Work Characteristics Strong written and verbal communication skills Critical thinking skills Strong interpersonal skills Working knowledge of pharmacogenetic resourcesguidelines Ability to multi-task Analytical skills Organizational skills Compensation & Salary Range This position is assigned to Wage Grade W.G.420 with a full Compensation-approved range of 104045-169045 annually midpoint 135260. Final offers will be made within this grade range based on the candidates qualifications internal equity and the departments budgeted amount for the role. Applicants whose stated salary expectations fall outside the posted grade range may not be considered. Education Bachelor s degree in Pharmacy And two 2 years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed as a Licensed Pharmacist by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy ALBOP required. UAB is an Equal EmploymentEqual Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race color religion ethnic or national origin sex including pregnancy genetic information age disability and veterans status. As required by Title IX UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UABs Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edutitleix. Education Bachelor s degree in Pharmacy And two 2 years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed as a Licensed Pharmacist by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy ALBOP required. UAB is an Equal EmploymentEqual Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race color religion ethnic or national origin sex including pregnancy genetic information age disability and veterans status. As required by Title IX UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UABs Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edutitleix.