Neurology Medication Therapy Management Pharmacist

UnityPoint Health
  • West Des Moines, Iowa
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Overview:

    Working as a member of the clinic-based care team, the MTM Pharmacist proactively and collaboratively identifies and coordinates the resolution of medication-related issues based on an interdisciplinary, patient-specific care plan.  Working at the top of their license and taking a comprehensive approach, the pharmacist helps patients achieve their best possible outcomes from their medication therapies.  The pharmacist also serves as the medication expert to raise the overall knowledge of the care team and improve workflows where possible. 

    Strong preference for candidates residing within the UPH geographies of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin. 

    Why UnityPoint Health?:

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:      

    • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
    • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
    • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities:
    • Provide comprehensive medication reviews, medication reconciliation, and patient education to optimize medication therapy outcomes.
    • Collaborate with providers to adjust therapies under Collaborative Practice Agreements and recommend evidence-based treatment plans.
    • Order and monitor appropriate laboratory tests to support safe and effective medication use.
    • Assist patients with medication affordability and adherence strategies.
    • Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives, workflow enhancements, and standards-of-care development.
    • Educate clinic staff and interdisciplinary teams on medication-related best practices.
    • Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements while demonstrating a commitment to exceptional patient-centered care.
    Qualifications:

    Education

    • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required.
    • Board Certification in Ambulatory Care, Geriatrics, or a related specialty preferred.

     

    Experience

    • 3–5 years of pharmacist practice experience, or completion of a PGY1/PGY2 pharmacy residency.

    Licensure & Certifications

    • Current pharmacist license in the state where MTM services are provided.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain pharmacist licensure in additional UnityPoint Health service area states as needed.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWest Des Moines, Iowa

    Skills

    • Ambulatory Careunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Geriatricsunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Laboratory Testingunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Medicationsunmatched
    • Neurologyunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Patient Educationunmatched
    • Pharmacyunmatched
    • Quality Assuranceunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Quality of Careunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Staff Trainingunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Treatment Planunmatched
    • Tuition Reimbursementunmatched

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