Staff Pharmacist

Primary Health Solutions (PHS) is actively recruiting (3) Staff Pharmacist positions to join our Provider Team! The Staff Pharmacist will hae the opportunity to work within an integrated team-based care model to improve patient outcomes.

PHS Provider Team includes medical doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical pharmacists, dentists, hygienists, and licensed behavioral health clinicians.

• ## Sign-On Bonus, Generous PTO and Benefits

• Summary

Dispenses prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals for patient care ensuring compliance with FDA mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable; enforces all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to drug dispensing and patient privacy, as well as company policies and procedures

Requirements

PRESCRIPTION ORDER REVIEW AND CLARIFICATION:

Prior to the Dispensing of a Medication

• Verifies source of prescription;
• Contacts Physician’s offices for clarification or questions on any orders or prescriptions written by the Physician;
• Provides Clinical advice to Physicians regarding medication treatments;
• Obtains any and all information necessary from Physician to ensure accurate and safe dispensing of medications to the patient;
• Resolves prescription discrepancies.

Prescription Dispensing

• Takes prescription orders over the telephone from Physicians or their agents;
• Verifies correct drug is being dispensed and the drug matches the prescription order;
• Verifies correct patient for dispensing;
• Verifies correct route of administration;
• Verifies correct drug dosage and strength;
• Verifies correct administration schedule or time (directions);
• Includes appropriate manufacturer or other patient education materials with dispensed drug(s);
• Obtains insurance authorizations as required;
• Investigates and manages insurance denials as required;
• Completes quality control and DUR check on prescriptions, ensuring all policies, procedures and laws are adhered to;
• Provides patient-specific consultation on all aspects of their medication regimen;
• Maintains appropriate records and computer entry of prescriptions and patient information;
• Documents patient interventions with adequate detail in both clinical and non-clinical records as appropriate;
• Reports adverse events to the appropriate collector, such as MedWatch or a manufacturer, in a timely manner.

Oversight of Pharmacy Safety

• Responsible for the overall safety and security of the facility and its operations;
• Maintains accountability for general supervision of the pharmacy staff;
• Provides direct supervision of the processes involved in dispensing and preparing medicines;
• Ensures compliance with FDA mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable;
• Enforces all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to drug dispensing and patient privacy, as well as company policies and procedures.

Other Responsibilities

• In the temporary absence of the Pharmacist-In-Charge serves in the capacity of supervising Pharmacist.
• Partners with Regional Sales Manager by participating in business development activities.
• Develop and conduct in-service presentations for referral sources.
• Remains dependable and maintains levels of confidentiality;
• Ensures that patient rights are upheld and supports informed decision making by the patient;
• Establishes and maintains effective professional relationships with prescribers;
• Possesses the ability to recognize the needs of and express concern for others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Pharm.D. or BS Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.

• Successful completion of state pharmacy board examination.
• Pharmacist license current and in good standing in the state of Tennessee.
• Maintains continuing education requirements.

Three to five years’ experience in the practice of pharmacy, and one year of experience working with patient management program preferred.

Compentencies

• Comprehends federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to the practice of pharmacy.
• Is familiar with workflow concepts relating to the practice of retail pharmacy.
• Shows full understanding of controlled substance rules and regulations as dictated by the Drug Enforcement Agency, as well as state and local laws and regulations.
• Detailed understanding of REMS programs relevant to specialty pharmaceutical products.
• Understands the limited distribution process for specialty pharmaceutical products.

Has sufficient knowledge, training and expertise in pharmacotherapeutics to oversee the pharmacy patient management program.

Possesses Leadership Skills and Abilities

• Time management and organizational skills
• Professionalism
• Communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Ability to delegate effectively
• Friendly and caring demeanor