Oncology Pharmacist

## Oncology PharmacistApplylocations: Knoxville, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R2613607Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!# **Job Details**The Specialty Pharmacist Navigator seeks relationships with physicians and physician practices who use specialty pharmaceuticals for the purpose of prescribing the medications, training, and assisting patients. $10,000 Sign on is bonus available.**Location**: Hybrid- Knoxville TN (UT Medical Center)**Responsibilities:*** Access various oncology practices for potential specialty Rx value using tools/data available.* Establish communication with targeted oncology practices, arranging meetings with key stakeholders/decision makers.* Demonstrate value of ambulatory pharmacy partnership to oncology practices.* Ensure oncology prescriptions flow through to ambulatory pharmacy and are identified by pharmacy staff.* Establish patient profiles, including third-party payor(s) and clinical information.* Process oncology prescriptions, including insurance adjudication and product sourcing.* Prepare and submit prior authorization paperwork; manage denials.* Triage oncology prescriptions which are limited distribution drugs, with REMS requirements or are out-of-network.* Act as financial advocate for oncology patients where needed; leverage charitable foundations, state programs, and/or manufacturer programs to ensure maximal patient access.* Coordinate pickup/courier delivery of oncology Rx's with patient. Ensure auditable records showing proof-of-delivery are maintained.* Follow up with oncology patients to ensure refills are ordered on time and address any ADR's or clinical questions.* Inform oncologist office of patient through process; document in EMR as necessary.* Maintain relationships with oncology offices through periodic visits/meetings.* Assist with program financial reporting to client/data collection.* Cross-train to ambulatory pharmacy; assist with staffing needs as required. This may include weekends and/or holidays as per business needs.* Provide oversight and direction to associates in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.* Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development and opportunities.**Education:**PharmD degree strongly preferred. Current unrestricted pharmacist license in the appropriate state of practice. 5+ years community/retail/ambulatory pharmacy or health-system related experience preferred. Previous experience in a specialty pharmacy and/or processing prior authorizations is highly desirable. Residency is required.**Skills and Knowledge:*** Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint* Candidates should have prior experience on pharmacy dispensing systems and be familiar with insurance adjudication processes.* The role involves working with a broad array of complex disease states and medical conditions; candidates should be comfortable working with clinical data, lab values, and reading/writing notes.#LI-DL1 #J-18808-Ljbffr