Clinical Pharmacist I

City of Hope

$110K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of ACPE - Accredited Pharmacy School
  • Current CA Pharmacist License
  • BLS certification

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the processing and preparations of all specialty medications.
  • Verify all patient information before filling a prescription.
  • Perform quality checks on prescriptions for clinical appropriateness and interactions.
  • Check all medications prior to dispensing.
  • Perform and/or oversee data entry of prescriptions in pharmacy systems.
  • Conduct medical adherence follow-ups and address non-adherence.
  • Provide clinical support and consultation to providers and patients.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee assistance program
  • Continuing education opportunities
Full Job Description
Clinical Pharmacist I

The Clinical Pharmacist I (Specialty) is responsible for the oversight and the support of all specialty pharmacy medication activities. Oversight responsibilities include but are not limited to pharmacy technicians, ensuring medications clinical appropriateness such as correct dosing, drug interactions, etc. prior to dispensing. Additionally, this role supports new patient enrollment and ensures medication adherence for all patients referred for specialty medications. The Clinical Pharmacist I (Specialty) serves as the medication expert and main point of contact to provide support for all providers, staff and patients when needed.

As a successful candidate, you will:
  • Oversee the processing and preparations of all specialty medications.
  • Verify all patient information before filling a prescription.
  • Perform quality checks on prescriptions for clinical appropriateness, correct dosage, drug interactions, etc.
  • Responsible for checking all medications prior to dispensing.
  • Perform and/or oversees data entry of prescriptions in the pharmacy management systems.
  • Performs medical adherence follow-up and address any non-adherence for patients on specialty medications.
  • Provides pharmacy clinical support for all providers and staff when needed.
  • Provides consultation and medication education to patients and caregivers upon dispensing a prescription.
  • Exhibits expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their area.
  • Payer follow up and communicate with physicians and health plans as needed.
  • Complete third-party insurance forms, patient assistance, and other paperwork as needed.
  • Ensures the pharmacy team is providing the best possible customer service and patient care.
  • Ensure the timely communication with providers and patients regarding patient medication concerns or issues.
  • Ensures timely follow up regarding patient's specialty pharmacy medication management concerns.


Your qualifications should include:
  • Graduate of ACPE - Accredited Pharmacy School
  • Current CA Pharmacist License
  • BLS certification


City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

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