Pharmacist

Hybrid Career

Reliance Rx Specialty Pharmacy Management, LLC

Buffalo, NY (14221)

Full time

R0012566

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Overview

The Pharmacist is responsible for preparing and dispensing of medications (including sterile admixtures and non-admixtures), and all related equipment and supplies in accordance with physician orders, URAC and ACHC standards, federal and state laws and regulations, and Reliance Rx policies and procedures. Must ensure that all required documentation is complete and that all products meet stability, compatibility and practice standards. Must evaluate physician ordered medications for appropriateness of therapy, and maintenance of patient specific optimal therapy through clinical management of medications provided in relation to individual diagnosis. Clinical responsibilities include but are not limited to preparation of patient records, maintaining a medication profile, care planning, evaluation of drug interactions, preparing progress/communication notes, clinical monitoring, pharmacokinetic monitoring, renal dosing, laboratory and culture monitoring, determining medication administration compliance and effectiveness, and discharge planning. Must provide drug information, perform clinical consultation and patient counseling, and communicate with physicians, nurses and patients. Must also perform ordering/management of medications, controlled substances, equipment and supplies as necessary or assigned. Professional working relationships with pharmacy staff and others must be maintained in order to coordinate clinical team activity appropriate to providing patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of New York required.

• Five (5) years of pharmacy experience required. Experience in a specialty pharmacy setting and knowledge of specialty pharmaceuticals/sterile product preparation and/or the clinical components of infusion therapy and patient care preferred.

• Demonstration of leadership/mentoring skills in a practice setting preferred.

• Must be able to work independently in a motivated self-directed manner and maintain a positive attitude.

• Must maintain a current New York Pharmacist License.

• Proven examples of displaying the Reliance values: Collaborative, Accessible, Results-Oriented, Empowering, and Supportive.

Essential Accountabilities

• Provide and coordinate pharmaceutical services. Perform pharmaceutical care activities for assigned patient population. Monitor, evaluate, document, and report patient outcomes. Provide or coordinate preparation and dispensing of medication, and all related equipment and supplies, in accordance with physician orders, URAC and ACHC standards, federal and state laws and regulations, and Reliance Rx policies and procedures. Perform work under general direction.

• Coordinate all clinical pharmacy care for assigned patient population. Evaluate all physician ordered medications for appropriateness of therapy, and maintenance of patient specific optimal therapy through clinical management of medications provided in relation to individual diagnosis. This includes but is not limited to evaluation for drug interactions, clinical monitoring, laboratory and culture monitoring, medication administration compliance and effectiveness. Provide drug information, perform clinical consultation and patient counseling; communicate with physicians, nurses and patients.

• Perform tasks and documentation including but not limited to preparation of patient records, patient assessment, care planning, progress/communication notes, medication profile, pharmacokinetic monitoring, renal dosing, clinical case conferences, ongoing clinical assessment, discharge planning/summary, supply management, evaluation and selection/preparation/dispensing of medications and sterile products, supplies, and equipment as needed as directed.

• Ensure adherence to state/federal laws and regulations, Reliance RX policies and procedures, and URAC and ACHC standards. Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities.

• Prepare/supervise preparation of sterile admixtures and non-admixtures as needed, and ensure that all required documentation is complete, and that all product meets stability, compatibility, and practice standards. Assist with procurement/management of medications, controlled substances, equipment, and supplies as necessary or assigned.

• Maintain professional working relationships with pharmacy staff and others in order to coordinate clinical team activity appropriate to providing patient care. Interact with other departments, attend meetings and conduct presentations as assigned.

• Exhibit peer leadership by maintaining pharmacy coverage and assisting other personnel in completing workload as required to maintain clinical pharmacy services and production services.

This is a hybrid position with onsite attendance required at our Williamsville location.

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $115,000 - $130,000 annually

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship and immigration status, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Click here ( for additional EEO/AAP or Reasonable Accommodation information.

Current Associates must apply internally via the Job Hub.

The Independent Health Family of Companies, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, serves nearly 400,000 members and provides innovative health care products and benefits designed to engage consumers in their health and well-being. Established in 1980, our comprehensive portfolio includes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions, Reliance Rx, Nova Healthcare Administrators, Care for You and the Independent Health Foundation.

Our culture sets us apart. Our core values drive who we are and the work we do. As a member of our family, you’re part of something special, in your work and in the community.

We understand and appreciate that everyone has unique experiences, perspectives and identities which is why we pledge to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. We are here to continue learning and to generate important dialog.

We are committed to doing what matters most - reaching out, working together, and caring for our community. A healthy community benefits everyone who lives in it. You too can be part of making difference in the lives of others, together we achieve so much more. Please click here ( to view our Community Reports.

Apply today and join us on the journey to a happier, healthier, and more inclusive community.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. An applicant for employment in need of an accommodation to participate in the application and recruitment process should contact Human Resources at: View email address on click.appcast.io or Human Resources, 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.