What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Advocate position at AmeriCorps?
The Pharmacy Advocate will serve as a dedicated patient liaison, ensuring that individuals have seamless access to vital pharmacy services. The PA will coordinate support for pharmacy programs and tackle social determinants of health (SDOH) that impact patient outcomes. This position blends patient engagement with a focus on overcoming healthcare barriers, specifically from a pharmacy standpoint, to promote equitable access and enhance patient well-being. The PA's focus will be on advocacy and outreach rather than transactional tasks or technical pharmacy functions
Member Duties : Educate patients about available pharmacy services at the front desk during check-in or in exam wait rooms, ensuring they understand the sign-in and ordering process. Assist patients in navigating eligibility screenings for pharmacy programs, ensuring accurate and complete document collection. Identify SDOH factors that impact medication adherence and connect patients with supportive services within AccessHealth and external resources. Empower patients by providing guidance on self-service tools (eg such as pharmacy applications, digital check-in platform) and health monitoring devices such as blood pressure or blood glucose monitors. Assist patients in completing paperwork at the pharmacy such as questionnaires for copay coupons or assistance program applications. Highlight the importance of medication adherence and offer solutions for overcoming barriers, such as financial constraints or limited access to transportation.
Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance .
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Non-Profit Management , Communications , Team Work , Public Speaking , Leadership , Public Health .
Non-Profit Management , Communications , Team Work , Public Speaking , Leadership , Public Health .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Pharmacy Advocate
Program Start/End Date
09/21/2026 - 08/13/2027
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 75
Program Locations
TEXAS
Languages
Spanish
English
Accepting Applications
From 05/21/2026 To 11/05/2026
Contact
Julie Davidson
400 Austin St
Richmond TX 77469
2917206602
jdavidson@myaccesshealth.org
Listing ID
126827