Pharmacy Specialist

Overview

• Support the Pharmacy Quality program to achieve corporate STAR goals and improve medication adherence through comprehensive care plans.
• Conduct medication reviews and develop strategies to optimize therapy and resolve barriers for patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide patient education on disease states, medication actions, and adherence strategies.
• Document interactions and care plans using applicable software systems.
• Assist with medication reconciliation to prevent readmissions and adverse drug reactions.
• Evaluate and maintain formulary setup based on clinical requirements and compliance standards.
• Participate in projects and duties as assigned to support pharmacy initiatives.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct patient medication history reviews and identify barriers to care, collaborating with patients to resolve them.
• Recommend changes in drug therapy and lifestyle based on patient interviews and monitoring parameters.
• Identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems such as adverse reactions and drug interactions.
• Provide patient monitoring to optimize outcomes and ensure compliance with therapy plans.
• Deliver Medication Therapy Management services to assess and optimize medication therapy.
• Coordinate medication reconciliation across care continuum to address adherence concerns and monitor outcomes.
• Manage medication costs through cost-effective interventions and formulary assessments.
• Collaborate with prescribers and interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-specific therapy goals.
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements for pharmacy services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Current, unrestricted Pharmacist License in accordance with state licensing requirements.
• Completion of MTM training program by APhA or PowerPak C.E. preferred.
• PGY-1 residency program in community pharmacy or managed care pharmacy preferred.
• Clinical Pharmacy Board Certification via BPS or NBMTM preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, with 5 years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS Comprehensive Medication Reviews and managed care practices.
• Proficiency in clinical therapeutic skills and STAR measures improvement methods.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.