Clinical Investigative Pharmacist Specialist

Job Summary

Aptive is seeking a Clinical Investigative Pharmacist Specialist (CIPS) to support VA PBM Clinical Informatics and EHR Modernization (EHRM). This role investigates pharmacy informatics issues before and after go-lives, supports readiness and response activities at medical centers, and develops mitigation strategies in collaboration with EHRM stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Investigate pharmacy-related concerns and issues arising before and after EHR Go-Lives, determining root causes and developing effective mitigation strategies
• Actively engage with VA Medical Centers to support preparedness, readiness, and operational response during EHR deployment
• Work closely with EHRM Solution Experts and stakeholders to resolve identified issues and drive timely, sustainable solutions
• Support the Associate Chief Consultant for Network Pharmacy Informatics with analysis, functional specifications, and project execution
• Serve as a conduit between focus groups, end-users, and the project team to refine and implement pharmacy informatics specifications
• Proactively liaise with OI&T staff to ensure functionality and accessibility of VISN, regional, and central data warehouses for VA clinicians
• Serve as a VHA subject matter expert collaborating with DOD counterparts to define joint business processes, requirements, and information models
• Communicate PBM CI issues effectively to MAP, VISNs, VACO/Patient Care Services, and medical center personnel
• Complete and verify orders in Legacy VistA or Cerner EHR, ensuring patient safety is the primary consideration in resolving clinical system discrepancies
• Maintain the PBM Master account database for clinical and technical accuracy across pharmacy files and applications
• Survey user needs, develop software requirement specifications, and recommend solutions that best satisfy business owner requirements
• Conduct specialized studies on automation in support of pharmacy re-engineering and EHRM
• Assist in coordinating and delivering pharmacy information system training at VA medical centers
• Assess new technology for patient safety enhancement and participate in research and review of new pharmacy systems

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship, pharmacy degree (BS Pharmacy and/or PharmD), and active, unrestricted pharmacist license in a U.S. state/territory/DC.
• Strong oral/written communication skills and experience explaining EHR functionality/configurations to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience investigating EHR behavior/configuration issues and contributing to mitigation strategies (Oracle Cerner EHR experience strongly preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and apply regulatory/quality standards to drive operational improvements.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting VA EHRM or federal EHR Go-Live activities
• Familiarity with BCMA, Adverse Reaction Tracking, and VA pharmacy data systems
• Experience working in or with VHA, DOD, or IHS pharmacy informatics programs

• Technical analysis and discovery experience or knowledge
• Experience in the practice of Lean Portfolio Management, Agile methodology and/or SAFe delivery with appropriate tools (i.e., Jira, Confluence or Jira Align)

About Aptive

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. ​

We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. ​

Founded: 2012Employees: 300+ nationwide

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.