Pharmacist

Position Title: Pharmacist Work Location: Fort Worth TX 76177 Assignment Duration: 6 Months Work Schedule: Training: M-F 9-6 CST. After training completion: M-F 10-7 CST Work Arrangement: Onsite (Fort Worth, TX) for at least 6 months then transitions into hybrid if metrics are met Position Summary The primary responsibility of the Clinical Pharmacist is to provide oversight and safety for all daily operations of the assigned patient care team, including management of assigned pharmacy staff, clinical support to patients, and ensuring that all prescriptions are dispensed in accordance with state, federal and board of pharmacy laws. Background & Context At our organization, our mission is to simplify access to medication and deliver personalized care that helps patients achieve the best possible outcomes - one patient, one partner, one therapy at a time. Key Responsibilities Conduct a comprehensive clinical review of pharmacotherapy for each patient including drug utilization, counseling, compliance, drug interaction screening, side effect profiling and drug administration support to ensure the patient's treatment plan is in line with evidence-based recommendations. Document results of pharmacotherapy review in patient chart so that the nursing team performing follow-up assessments are aware and educated. Counsel patients on new drug therapy in accordance with clinical management models so that patients are educated on the specifics of their planned treatment. Complete REMS training and follow program SOPs accordingly. Coordinate patient care with the referring clinician, including but not limited to, social, psychological and physical needs that warrant customized services by our organization (e.g. pre-filled syringes, color coded labeling for medication identification, etc.) and document these services in their progress note. Serve as a liaison between patients, caregivers, home health agency nurses, hospice nurses, and the prescribing physician/clinician for orders related to the services provided by our organization to ensure all stakeholders receive excellent customer service. Provide subcutaneous teaching support for patients and caregivers. If necessary, coordinate adequate nursing services with the prescribing clinician. Provide on-call coverage at direction of Pharmacist-in-Charge so that patient’s needs are met outside of operational hours. Process prescriptions accurately and timely so that subsequent groups… Verify the discontinuation of service for each patient by assigning the appropriate therapy outcome and deactivating the patient's chart, prescriptions and software profile as appropriate so that the Patient Support group is informed to discontinue future refills. Implement clinical management models for products and disease states. Serve as the primary intake for all new team referrals initiated by telephone. Comply with company policies regarding government funded payers, specifically Medicaid and Medicare. Dispense all medication pursuant to a physician's order and in accordance with all state, federal and board of pharmacy laws. Ensure compliance with all company policies specifically as they relate to pharmacy operations. Adhere to the federal and state laws with regard to the purchase and dispensing of controlled substances. Verify accuracy of prescription order entry so that errors or discrepancies are corrected early in the workflow, making the process more efficient for other groups. Verify accuracy and quality assurance check of final prescription product dispensed. Assist pharmacy technicians in adjudication of pharmacy claims to ensure accurate payment is communicated and collected. Monitor hazardous waste material management within the pharmacy. Understand and supervise the aseptic technique of pharmacy personnel. Oversee pharmacy technicians. Utilize patient education materials effectively. Perform intake and ensure appropriate reporting of adverse events and product quality complaints as applicable and in accordance with regulatory and contractual obligations. Qualification & Experience 3-5 years or more post-graduate experience in pharmacy operation, clinical oversight, and patient care. Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy. BCOP certified or willing to become BCOP certified when eligible. Current and unrestricted license in good standing. Meets or exceeds current CE requirements pursuant to Board of Pharmacy Laws. Ability to apply for additional state licensures as needed. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Working knowledge of computers and excellent word processing skills. Working knowledge of sterile technique and other quality control issues. #J-18808-Ljbffr