What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist-Health Plan position at TotalMed?
We are seeking a Health Plan Pharmacist for a travel assignment in Shelby Township, Michigan
As a Pharmacist, you play a vital role in promoting safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication use while supporting the overall goals of the health plan in improving member health outcomes.
Facility: AcariaHealth – Homescripts Pharmacy (Shelby Township)
Assignment Type: Travel - Standard
Contract Length: 26 weeks
Shift: 0800 to 1630
Hours per Week: 40.00
Work Style: Onsite
Responsibilities
- Condut activities to ensure safe and cost-effective medication use. This involves monitoring medication patterns, identifying potential misuse or overuse, and implementing interventions as needed
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication-related outcomes, such as medication adherence and safety.
- Educate healthcare providers within the network about the health plan's formulary, coverage policies, and medication-related initiatives to ensure alignment with best practices and optimize patient care.
- Review medication requests that require prior authorization to ensure they meet clinical criteria for coverage. This involves assessing the appropriateness of the medication based on medical guidelines and making coverage decisions accordingly.
- Develop and manage the formulary, which is the list of medications covered by the health plan
Qualifications
- Active Registered Pharmacist License
- 2 years of experience as a Pharmacist
- 1 year within a Managed Care setting
Salary : $66