We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist with over 2 years of experience to join our primary care organization. You will play a critical role in improving patient outcomes through medication management, patient education, and collaboration with our healthcare team. You will report to a Associate Director, Integrated Clinical Pharmacist.
You will:
- Use evidence-based medicine and clinical judgment to evaluate the suitability of pharmacotherapy for high-risk patients with chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, heart failure and COPD
- Execute clinical protocols as allowed per organization and state regulatory agencies
- Optimize drug coverage benefits for appropriate care and reduced costs (preferred formulary products, lower cost alternatives and home delivery pharmacy)
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to improve patient care
- Participate in high-risk rounds with a multi-disciplinary team to discuss patient progress and adjust treatment plans
- Excellent patient counseling skills to communicate complex medical information to patients and healthcare providers
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication safety and efficacy
- Post-discharge medication reconciliation for high-risk transition of care patients
- Document all activity within clinic EMR and other required pharmacy or clinical management systems
- Support CMS Stars and HEDIS quality measures for successful clinic performance
- Maintain accurate documentation of clinical interventions and patient care activities
- Conduct in-service education sessions for healthcare staff and develop and share educational materials related to pharmacotherapy
- Stay current with advancements in pharmacotherapy and clinical guidelines.
- Provide consultation to healthcare providers on complex medication management issues
- Respond to additional requests from the Primary Care Organization, providing support within the pharmacist's defined scope of practice to advance organizational goals.
- Address and implement targeted initiatives or priorities as directed by the National Director or Associate Directors of Pharmacy, according to best practices and regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications- Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license. Willingness to become licensed in additional states as needed for market support
- Pharm.D. or other advanced pharmacy degree
- 2+ years' experience as a practicing pharmacist
- Intermediate level or higher competency with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications- Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in North Carolina and South Carolina
- 5+ years' experience as a practicing pharmacist
- 2+ years working in an ambulatory care/primary practice setting
- Clinical residency in ambulatory care or similar discipline
- Board certification in geriatric pharmacy or pharmacotherapy
- Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Experience implementing solutions for improved efficiencies and outcomes
- Multilingual (preferably English/Spanish)
Work at Home Statement: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Pay RangeThe compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$126,300 - $173,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of BenefitsHumana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
