Travel Pharmacist
Lawton, OK
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Diabetes Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care / Clinical Pharmacist)

Facility: Indian Health Service (IHS) – Lawton Service Unit
Locations:

• Lawton Indian Hospital, Lawton, OK
• Anadarko Indian Health Center, Anadarko, OK
• Carnegie Indian Health Center, Carnegie, OK

Employment Type: Contract (1 Base Year + 4 Option Years)
Shift: Full-Time, 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday; occasional weekends depending on site)
No Federal Holidays

Position Summary

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking a qualified Diabetes Pharmacist (Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist preferred) to provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services within the Lawton Service Unit. The pharmacist will deliver direct patient care with a strong focus on diabetes management, chronic disease optimization, and medication therapy management in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

The role supports American Indian and Alaska Native populations through evidence-based, culturally competent pharmaceutical care in outpatient and ambulatory clinic settings.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Pharmacy Services

• Provide comprehensive ambulatory care pharmacy services to adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients
• Manage diabetes patients under a collaborative practice agreement (CPA)
• Utilize American Diabetes Association (ADA) Standards of Care for treatment decisions
• Adjust medications based on clinical guidelines, labs, and patient outcomes
• Interpret and act on continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data

Patient Care & Counseling

• Process and verify prescription orders from healthcare providers
• Dispense medications and provide detailed patient counseling on:
  • Medication use and adherence
  • Side effects and drug interactions
  • Expected outcomes and monitoring
• Ensure patient understanding of therapy plans and chronic disease management

Electronic Health Records & Documentation

• Document all clinical encounters in IHS Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Utilize RPMS, CPRS, Health Summary, Vitals, and TIU modules
• Complete timely and accurate charting, progress notes, and order entries
• Ensure compliance with medical record completion requirements

Pharmacy Operations Support

• Process prescription refills, medication orders, and call-in prescriptions
• Manage pharmacy inventory, including controlled substance tracking
• Maintain automation systems (cassette refills, labeling, dispensing systems)
• Support pharmacy call lines, prescription authorizations, and workflow efficiency

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Maintain compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards
• Follow HIPAA regulations and federal healthcare privacy laws
• Participate in infection control, safety programs, and audits
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant pharmacy environment

Collaboration & Communication

• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and specialty providers
• Work with internal medicine, pediatrics, family practice, and specialty teams
• Communicate patient care concerns to the Chief Pharmacist or leadership

Professional Standards

• Maintain active, unrestricted pharmacist licensure
• Participate in required training, in-services, and continuing education
• Follow IHS policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
• Uphold ethical and culturally sensitive patient care practices

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy
• Active, unrestricted U.S. pharmacist license (any U.S. state/territory)
• Board Certification required or preferred:
  • BCACP (Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist), OR
  • BCPS (Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist), OR
  • Completion of PGY1 residency
• Experience in diabetes management in ambulatory or collaborative care settings
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based clinical guidelines (especially ADA Standards)
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal)