Clinical Pharmacist – Acute Care/Inpatient (Float)

Clinical Pharmacist – Acute Care/Inpatient (Float)

For pharmacists who thrive on variety, clinical complexity, and being a trusted resource wherever patients need you most, this role offers a uniquely dynamic way to practice inpatient pharmacy at the highest level.

ACareer DefiningOpportunity in Academic Acute Care

Acute care pharmacy demands adaptability, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to make meaningful contributions acrossdiverse patient populations.At UVA Health, Float Clinical Pharmacists are not “fill-ins.” They arehighly skilled clinicianswho bring consistency, safety, andexpertiseto multiple inpatient practice areas within a nationally recognized academic medical center. This role is ideal for pharmacists who enjoybreadth of practice, continuous learning, and the professional satisfaction that comes from supporting teams and patients across the continuum of inpatient care.

The Role

We are seeking aFloat Clinical Pharmacistto provide clinical and operational support across multiple inpatient service lines, helping ensure safe, effective, andhigh-qualitymedication use for our patients. In this role, you will applyyour broad acute care knowledgewhile developing deeper familiarity with a wide range of specialties and care environments.

On aday-to-daybasis, you will:

• Provide clinical pharmacy services across avariety of acute care and inpatient practice areasbased on operational and patient care needs

• Review, verify, and manage medication orders with a strong emphasis on patient safety,evidence basedpractice, and therapeutic optimization

• Serve as a clinical resource to physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other members of the care team

• Identify, prevent, and resolvemedication relatedproblems for patients with complex and evolving clinical conditions

• Support transitions of care through medication reconciliation, monitoring, andpatient specificrecommendations

• Contribute tooperational excellencebymaintainingcontinuity of pharmacy services across units and shifts

What an average day looks like:

No two days areexactly the same. You may support a medical or surgical unit one day and transition to a different inpatient service the next, collaborating with new teams while applying consistent clinical standards. The pace isengaging and intellectually stimulating,offering exposure to a broad range of disease states, therapies, and patient needs. This variety allows float pharmacists to sharpen their clinical versatility whileremainingdeeply connected to direct patient care.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health is apremier public academic health systemknown for excellence in patient care, research, and education. Pharmacists here practice as essential members of interdisciplinary teams and are supported by a strong departmental culture that values clinical judgment, professional development, and collaboration.

What makes UVA Health an exceptional place to practice acute care pharmacy:

• A nationally recognized academic medical center that includes a Level I Trauma Center, advanced specialty services, and complex inpatient care environments

• A comprehensive Department of Pharmacy providingservices across acute care, specialty, ambulatory, investigational, andpost acutesettings, offering strong peer collaboration and professional support

• A culture that supports clinical autonomy, critical thinking, and pharmacist involvement inpatient centereddecisionmaking

• Opportunities to work alongside learners, residents, and trainees as part of UVA Health’s academic mission

• A health system committed toinnovation, quality, and continuous improvementinmedication useprocesses

• Relocationassistancemay be available for qualified candidates

This float position is strategically important tomaintaininghighqualitypharmacy coverage across inpatient services, ensuring patients and care teamshave access to expert clinical pharmacy support at all times.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville consistently attracts healthcare professionals seekingbalancebetween meaningful work and quality of life. Nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area offersabundant outdoor recreation,vibrantlocal food and wine scene, and a welcoming sense of community. The city blends the cultural and intellectual energy of a university town with a relaxed,family friendlyatmosphere. For many clinicians, Charlottesville provides the space to recharge outside of work whileremainingconnected to amissiondrivenacademic health system.