Maniilaq Association
9/2026
Title: Clinical Pharmacist Pay Grade: 34
Program: Pharmacy Status: Exempt-Professional
Housing Priority: 3 Covered: Yes
POSITION SUMMARY
The Clinical Pharmacist at Maniilaq Health Center is a trusted clinical leader and educator in a critical access facility serving the people of Kotzebue and 11 surrounding Northwest Alaska villages. This position offers the unique opportunity to practice in a culturally rich environment while making a profound impact on rural and Indigenous health outcomes.
As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the Clinical Pharmacist provides direct patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings, ensures safe and effective medication use, and contributes to health equity in underserved communities. The position also supports pharmacy education and development, serving as a liaison and preceptor for students and pharmacy residents.
In this role, the Clinical Pharmacist will deliver pharmacist-managed services including opioid stewardship, chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension), anticoagulation monitoring, tobacco cessation, and others as needed. This position requires a commitment to cultural humility, clinical excellence, and collaborative care. Reports directly to the Chief Pharmacist or designee.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as a core preceptor for PGY-1 residents and Doctor of Pharmacy students from affiliated colleges and universities.
Participates in interdisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, case managers, and allied/integrated health professionals to improve patient outcomes.
Develops and delivers education to pharmacy staff, residents, and learners on advanced clinical topics and practice-based competencies.
Participates in and leads quality improvement projects, practice-based research, medication-use evaluations, and publications or presentations.
Provides advanced pharmaceutical care and oversight in acute, ambulatory, and long-term care settings, including:
Reviewing and verifying medication orders for accuracy and safety.
Overseeing sterile and non-sterile compounding practices.
Conducting medication reconciliation and discharge counseling.
Managing therapeutic drug monitoring (e.g., vancomycin, aminoglycosides, anticoagulants).
Supporting chronic disease management clinics and specialty services.
Participating in formulary management and antimicrobial stewardship.
Educating patients and caregivers on proper medication use.
Provides expert drug information and consultative services to providers, nursing staff, and village-based clinical teams (e.g. CHA/Ps, Med-Techs, Administrative Assistants)
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, DEA, USP 797 and 800) and supports departmental policies and procedures.
Serves on hospital and system-wide committees as assigned to support medication safety, formulary management, and clinical innovation.
Participates in village outreach initiatives to expand pharmacy services and health education across the region.
Provides on-call support per rotation schedule and collaborates with after-hours providers and nurses.
Collaborates with pharmacy technicians and support staff to maintain efficient pharmacy operations and quality service delivery.
All other duties as assigned by the Chief Pharmacist or designee.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description at any time. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the above essential duties and meet physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet those conditions.
