Clinical Pharmacist-Pharmacotherapy Job in Baltimore, Maryland US
Clinical Pharmacist-Pharmacotherapy
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Clinical Pharmacist-Pharmacotherapy is responsible for directly participating in the Pharmacotherapy Management Service. The Clinical Pharmacist-Pharmacotherapy reports directly to and assists the Pharmacotherapy Program Manager with all applicable pharmacy programs. The Clinical Pharmacist-Pharmacotherapy is responsible for monitoring, reviewing, reporting and making recommendations to the Pharmacotherapy Program Manager on medication therapy management. The Clinical Pharmacist-Pharmacotherapy will provide educational expertise and support to other departments within the company when required to meet the goals of the organization.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Pharmacist, with licensure in Maryland within six months of starting employment.
Doctor of Pharmacy with a pharmacy residency or equivalent clinical experience
Three years of experience with a strong emphasis on clinical skills.
Proficiency in using database information systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to research and analyze the medical literature including drug information, disease states and clinical practice guidelines.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Knowledge of Medicare Part D and CMS Requirements desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Assists the Pharmacotherapy Program Manager in assuring efficient and effective operations of the Pharmacy Department.
Performing telephonic therapeutic consultations to patients and/or prescribers.
Performing data collection of members to identify patients for the Pharmacotherapy Management program.
Completing a Pharmacotherapy assessment of patients claims, past medical history and disease states.
Developing a plan of care that details actions of the patient and/or prescriber based on the Pharmacotherapy assessment.
Documentation of the plan of care into the data base.
Participation in continuing education sessions provided by the department.
Effectively participates in and contributes to staff meetings, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meetings and interdepartmental work groups.
Participation in Quality Assurance projects related to the Pharmacotherapy Management Service.
Responsible for facilitating all department first-level complaints and/or issues and resolve them when possible, prior to forwarding them to the Pharmacotherapy Program Manager for resolution.
Identifies areas where systems modifications could result in operational improvements and report those to the Pharmacotherapy Program Manager.
Participates in innovative solutions and clinical programs designed to meet MTM requirements.
Participates and collaborates with the Pharmacotherapy Program Manager and the Vice President of Pharmacy Services on CMS regulatory reporting and other projects as needed.
Maintain a high level of clinical knowledge of chronic disease states and their management.
Other duties as assigned.
XLHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package including free on-site parking, a bonus pay program and an exciting entrepreneurial company environment.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
