Clinical Pharmacist - Remote

Alpha Business Solutions

Philadelphia, PA(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Support, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Disease Prevention and Control, Formulary, Healthcare, Maintain Compliance, Managed Care, Medications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Patient Safety, Pharmacy, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Management, Regulations, Resource Management, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
6 days ago
Title: Pharmacist
Location: Remote
Duration: 6+ Months (Possible extension)
 
Open to a remote candidate - must have an active PA Pharmacy license.
 
Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description:
The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for executing the daily activities associated with the clinical components of the pharmacy benefit.  This position reviews data, resolves issues and coordinates tasks associated with pharmacy clinical programs. This position also provides clinical support to inter-disciplinary teams to improve healthcare outcomes, ensure patient safety, recommend cost-effective medication strategies, ensure compliance, and coordinate care efficiently and effectively. 
Responsibilities
  • Ensure clinically appropriate, cost-effective, and accurate formulary by providing appropriate drug review and formulary placement recommendations.
  • Provide support for formulary maintenance such as but not limited to member, provider, and other external communication.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for various project work.
  • Ensure all regulatory guidelines are met.
  • Drug Information research as needed.
Role Specific Job Descriptions
  • Conduct outbound outreach to providers to communicate patient-specific and population-level medication safety and quality medication management opportunities identified through retrospective claims analysis
  • Document outreach activity per program requirements
  • Track provider engagement trends, barriers, and provider feedback
Required Qualifications       
  • Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy plus 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience
  • Active State Pharmacy License (PA)
  • At least 5 years practice experience or accredited Managed Care Residency
Preferred Experience
  • Current knowledge and expertise in clinical pharmacology, disease management and managed care
  • Experience with team-based care
  • Self-management Skills – self-motivated, organized, detail oriented and manages time and resources effectively.  Must be able to work independently in a collaborative environment, be self-directed and possess excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Experience Prior Authorization Reviews
  • Computer/Technology Competency: Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

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Alpha Business Solutions