Certified Remote Order Verification Pharmacist (CROVP)

CROVP (ROV-001) Exam Objectives

This exam certifies that the candidate has the knowledge and skills to provide safe, efficient, and compliant remote medication order verification and associated clinical services.

Domain 1: Remote Order Processing and Clinical Review (50%)

• Order Verification Process: Apply a systematic process to clinically review and verify medication orders in a CPOE system.
• Medication Safety: Identify and resolve potential medication safety issues, including drug interactions, allergies, duplicate therapy, and inappropriate dosing.
• Protocol Application: Apply institutional protocols and policies (e.g., for anticoagulation, antimicrobial stewardship) during the verification process.
• Efficient Workflow: Manage a high volume of medication orders in a queue-based system while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Domain 2: Technology and System Management (20%)

• EHR Navigation: Demonstrate proficiency in navigating the key medication-related components of common EHR systems.
• Technology Use: Utilize communication and connectivity tools (e.g., VPNs, secure messaging, video conferencing) to function effectively in a remote setting.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and troubleshoot common technical issues that can affect remote order verification.

Domain 3: Communication and Care Coordination (20%)

• Intervention Communication: Communicate clinical recommendations clearly, concisely, and effectively to on-site nurses and prescribers.
• Handoffs: Provide a thorough and safe handoff to the next shift of remote or on-site pharmacists.
• Team Collaboration: Function as an integrated member of the pharmacy department and care team despite being physically remote.

Domain 4: Regulatory and Professional Practice (10%)

• Multi-State Licensure and Law: Describe the regulatory complexities of providing pharmacy services across state lines.
• Productivity and Quality Metrics: Understand and apply common productivity and quality metrics for remote pharmacy services.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to sit for a CPS certification exam, candidates must meet the criteria outlined in one of the two pathways below.

Pathway 1: For U.S. Licensed Pharmacists

This pathway is for pharmacists licensed to practice within the United States, regardless of country of graduation.

• Hold an active and unrestricted pharmacist license in any state or territory of the United States.
• Meet educational requirements by being a graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy or holding a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee® (FPGEC) Certificate.
• Fulfill the specialty experience requirement as outlined below.

Pathway 2: For International Pharmacists (Non-U.S. Licensed)

This pathway is for pharmacists who practice outside of the United States.

• Hold an active and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in their country of practice. A certified English translation of the license must be provided if the original is not in English.
• Hold a professional degree in pharmacy equivalent to a U.S. pharmacy degree, such as a Bachelor’s degree (BPharm), Master’s degree in Pharmacy Practice (MPharm), or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD).
• Fulfill the specialty experience requirement as outlined below.

Specialty Experience Requirement (for all pathways)

To ensure candidates have foundational knowledge in the specialty, one of the following criteria must be met:

• Standard Pathway:
  Completion of at least one year of professional experience in a practice setting directly related to the certification area.
• Certificate Pathway:
  The one-year specialty experience requirement is waived for candidates who hold an active certificate of completion from a nationally recognized provider in a related subject matter. This includes, but is not limited to, the completion of a relevant PGY residency, fellowship, certificate/training program, or a relevant graduate degree (e.g., a Master's degree in the specialty field). Recognized providers of certificate programs include, but are not limited to:
  • American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)
  • American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
  • American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP)
  • American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP)

Career Path for CROVP Professionals

The CROVP certification is for pharmacists who provide remote clinical services, primarily for health systems. This credential validates the unique skills needed to practice effectively in a virtual environment, opening doors to flexible, high-impact roles.

Target Candidates

• Hospital pharmacists, especially those working overnight shifts.
• Pharmacists seeking flexible, work-from-home opportunities.
• Pharmacists with strong technology and EHR skills.
• Experienced pharmacists looking to focus on core clinical verification tasks.

Primary Job Roles:

• Remote Order Verification / Entry Pharmacist
• Telepharmacist (Hospital)
• Clinical Staff Pharmacist (with remote responsibilities)

Career Advancement:

A CROVP can advance to become a team lead, supervisor, or manager of a remote pharmacy services team. Their expertise is also valuable for roles in pharmacy informatics, quality, and medication safety, as they have a deep understanding of CPOE systems and safety event prevention.

Study Resources

Prepare for your CROVP exam with resources designed to master the skills of remote pharmacy practice.