MEDICATION ADHERENCE SPECIALIST

divh2Medication Adherence Specialist/h2pThe Medication Adherence Specialist supports Independence Health Systems value-based care initiatives by improving medication adherence performance across payer programs, including Medicare Advantage and Part D. This role focuses on identifying patients at risk for non-adherence, conducting outreach to address barriers to medication access and persistence, and coordinating adherence interventions in collaboration with pharmacies, providers, and internal care teams./ppThe Medication Adherence Specialist plays a key operational role in closing medication adherence gaps that directly impact quality metrics, payer incentives, and patient outcomes. This position supports data driven performance improvement efforts through patient engagement, documentation, and coordination of refill and pharmacy services./ppEssential Job Functions/pulliGenerate and manage worklists of patients at risk of falling below medication adherence thresholds (e.g., lt;80% PDC) using payer reports, EHR tools, and adherence platforms. Prioritize outreach based on measure impact and seasonality./liliConduct telephonic and electronic outreach to patients identified as non-adherent or at risk. Utilize standardized scripts to assess barriers such as cost, side effects, forgetfulness, transportation, or pharmacy access. Document outreach attempts and outcomes./liliImplement approved interventions to improve adherence, including facilitating 90-day or 100-day supply conversions, medication synchronization, refill reminders, mail-order enrollment, and pharmacy consolidation when appropriate./liliMonitor refill queues and medication renewal status within the EHR. Coordinate with prescribing providers and pharmacies to resolve refill gaps when refills are available and escalate cases requiring provider or pharmacist intervention per defined protocols./liliServe as a liaison between patients, community pharmacies, and primary care teams to ensure timely medication access and continuity of therapy./liliAccurately document interventions, outcomes, and patient-reported barriers in the EHR and tracking tools. Support performance monitoring for statin, diabetes, and RASA adherence measures tied to payer programs. Participate in focused adherence initiatives during high-risk periods (e.g., fall adherence drop-off) and assist with payer-specific campaigns aimed at closing gaps prior to measurement deadlines./liliProvide operational insights and summary data to the Value-Based Performance team to support ROI analysis, workflow refinement, and leadership reporting on medication adherence improvement efforts./liliOther duties as assigned./li/ulpCompetency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]/ppRequired Qualifications/Experience/pulliHigh School Diploma, GED or higher level of education./liliMinimum of 2 years of experience working as a Pharmacy Technician/liliStrong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice./liliStrong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience./li/ulpPreferred Qualifications/Experience/pulliPharmacy Technician Certification./liliFive (5) Years of Experience working as a Pharmacy Technician./liliExperience in Healthcare setting./li/ulpLicense, Certification Clearances/pulliAct 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system/li/ulpPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work/pulliIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.)./liliTravel may be expected locally between System locations./li/ulpEqual Employment Opportunity/ppIndependence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations./ppDisclaimer/ppThis job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice./ppWork Environment/ppEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines/ppWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential Absolute Necessity.Marginal Minimal Necessity.Constantly 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - Never/ppExtreme Heat - X/ppExtreme Cold - X/ppHeights - X/ppConfined Spaces - X/ppExtreme Noise(85dB) - X/ppMechanical Hazards - X/ppUse of Vibrating Tools - X/ppOperates Vehicle (company) - X - X/ppOperates Heavy Equipment - X/ppUse of Lifting/Transfer Devices - X/ppRotates All Shifts - X/pp8 Hours Shifts - X - X - X/pp10-12 Hours Shifts - X - X/ppOn-Call - X/ppOvertime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) - X - X/ppTravel Between Sites - X - X/ppDirect Patient Care - X/ppRespirator Protective Equipment - X/ppEye Protection - X/ppHead Protection (hard hat) - X/ppHearing Protection - X/ppHand Protection - X/ppFeet, Toe Protection - X/ppBody Protection - X/ppLatex Exposure - X/ppSolvent Exposure - X/ppPaint (direct use) Exposure - X/ppDust (sanding) Exposure - X/ppEthylene Oxide Exposure - X/ppCytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - X/ppBlood/Body Fluid Exposure - X/ppChemicals (direct use) Exposure - X/ppMist Exposure - X/ppWax Stripper (direct use) - X/ppNon-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - X/ppIonizing Radiation Exposure - X/ppLaser Exposure - X/ppPhysical Demands/ppWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential Absolute Necessity.Marginal Minimal Necessity.Constantly 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - Never/ppBending (Stooping) - X - X/ppSitting - X - X/ppWalking - X - X/ppClimbing Stairs - X - X/ppClimbing Ladders - X/ppStanding - X - X/ppKneeling - X - X/ppSquatting (Crouching) - X/ppTwisting/Turning - X/ppKeyboard/Computer Operation - X - X/ppGross Grasp - X - X/ppFine Finger Manipulation - X - X/ppHand/Arm Coordination - X - X/ppPushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) - X/p/div

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