The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).

JOB SUMMARY:

The Clinical Practice Pharmacist provides advanced medication therapy management and direct or consultative patient care services across assigned practice areas. This role integrates clinical decision- making with operational awareness to ensure safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use in alignment with departmental and system goals. 

The Clinical Practice Pharmacist actively participates in interprofessional care teams, applies evidence-based guidelines, manages medication therapy to achieve optimal outcomes, and contributes to the standardization of clinical pharmacy services across sites of care.

Practice settings may include 
Inpatient decentralized/unit-based care, ambulatory/specialty pharmacy, infusion services, prior authorization or medication access programs, and revenue integrity functions. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Assess medication regimens, identify and resolve therapy-related problems, and provide 
  recommendations to optimize clinical outcomes and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and evaluate therapeutic responses and adverse events, adjusting therapy per protocol or 
  in collaboration with prescribers.
• Implement evidence-based guidelines, internal policies, and applicable external payer or 
  regulatory requirements to ensure appropriate, safe, and cost-effective therapy selection.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support 
  coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Participate in patient care rounds, case conferences, and interdepartmental meetings as assigned.
• Serve as a clinical resource for drug information, policy interpretation, and therapeutic decision-making providing evidence-based recommendations to other healthcare professionals.
• Support safe and efficient medication distribution by collaborating with operational staff to address 
  workflow, product selection, and inventory issues impacting clinical care.
• Identify and escalate medication-use system issues that require quality or safety intervention. 
  Educate patients on their medications, including how to take them correctly, potential side effects, 
  and the importance of adherence.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated 
  and safe patient care.
• Assist in implementing and supporting medication-use evaluations (MUEs), quality improvement projects, and initiatives aligned with departmental and system goals.
• Participate in developing and refining clinical pathways, collaborative practice agreements, and protocol-driven services.
• Support compliance with relevant accreditation and regulatory standards (TJC, CMS, USP, state board) as they relate to clinical practice. 
• Promptly identify and report medication safety events, near misses, and hazards through 
  established reporting systems, and participate in follow-up discussions or improvement actions as 
  directed.
• Provide orientation, competency training, and ongoing education for pharmacists, technicians, 
  residents, and students.
• Precept pharmacy learners including pharmacy residents and participate in experiential education 
  activities (IPPE/APPE) in collaboration with residency and academic program leaders.

Marginal or Periodic Functions: 

• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES 

• Strong clinical knowledge across primary and specialty disease states relevant to assigned 
  practice area(s).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism and 
  competence in dealing with a variety of professionals within various backgrounds.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to develop, organize, and accomplish goals. Ability to develop, implement and lead all 
  aspects of pharmacy operation.
• Proficiency in medication-use systems and related technology (e.g., EHR, CPOE, ADCs, bar-code 
  verification).
• Ability to analyze / evaluate data and make appropriate recommendations / decisions.
• Capability to adapt clinical skills across multiple practice environments.
• Effective problem-solving skills. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 
Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
• Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 1 residency program or 3 years of related 
  experience. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
• Completion of an ASHP accredited post-graduate year 2 residency program for specialty areas or 
  job. 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS 
Required: 

• Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas or eligible for licensure from the Texas State 
  Board of Pharmacy. Must be licensed with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of 
  hire.

Preferred: 

• Board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties. 

Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

About UTMB Correctional Managed Care

UTMB Correctional Managed Care: Originally established as a partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in 1994, the UTMB CMC provides managed health care for offenders in adult and juvenile correctional facilities throughout the state including medical, dental, mental health, and pharmacy services. CMC is also among the world’s leader in telemedicine and electronic medical records applications. With 4 million documented patient encounters per year, UTMB CMC is known for its innovative programs and creative solutions in the fields of correctional health care in jails, state prisons, juvenile detention centers and federal prisons. UTMB - Correctional Managed Care Department of Pharmacy: Comprehensive pharmacy services are provided to correctional facilities across the state. Distribution services are provided from a centralized facility in Huntsville, Texas. The facility incorporates automated technology that has eliminated pharmacist final check. This allows pharmacists to perform in-depth profile review and to provide other services that support the health care staff in ensuring safe and effective use of medications. Clinical pharmacy services are ...decentralized. With a unique knowledge of medications, current research, and hands-on clinical experience, pharmacists develop solutions for managing pharmaceutical care. Services are designed to improve clinical outcomes and cost effectiveness. A range of services are offered and include medication therapy management, academic detailing and educational programs, drug information, P&T Committee consulting, non-formulary consulting, formulary management, and clinical guideline development. The Department serves as a clinical internship site for pharmacy students and offers an ASHP accredited residency program. The staff includes 9 managers, 29 pharmacists, 8 clinical pharmacists, 1 resident and 87 support staff.

Show more

Show less

Connections working at UTMB Correctional Managed Care