Pharmacy Specialist

Education Requirements

·         Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

·         Licensure as a Pharmacist by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy is required by start date

Experience Requirements

·        Experience in the development and/or support of applications used by non-technical customers to support and enhance workflow processes, typically 3-5 years of experience. 

·       Experience contributing to an integrated information system implementation cycle through areas such as design, workflow analysis, building, training, implementation, testing and support

·        Experience working with application owners and/or vendors to define system requirements, integration requirements and understanding business needs

·         Demonstrated experience working with end-users to define system requirements, understand business needs and convert business requirements into functional/technical specifications for complex integrated systems build

·         Demonstrated knowledge of and experience managing large scale projects across integrated systems 

·         Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical staff 

·         Professional job-related experience fostering or promoting a welcoming and respectful work/academic environment.

Desired Qualifications

·         Completion of an ASHP-accredited pharmacy practice residency or 2 years’ experience in a complex multi-disciplinary healthcare environment; pediatric or adult pharmacy practice

·         Experience as an IT or clinical resource with any of the following workflows: ambulatory or inpatient nursing, ambulatory, or inpatient physician, pediatric or adult oncology

·         Epic certification/accreditation related but not limited to the following: EpicCare Ambulatory, EpicCare Inpatient, EpicCare Procedure Orders, Willow, Beacon Oncology or Research Clinical

·         Demonstrated ability using tools for customizing vendor application software 

·         Demonstrated knowledge of integrated system software solutions

·         Experience collaborating with technical and non-technical resources on system implementation projects

·         Strong problem-solving skills and experience adhering to regulatory requirements with respect to system configuration 

·         Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with basic project management

·         Proven ability to write application test scripts

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. 

For additional questions contact Denise Grafft at denise-grafft@uiowa.edu.