Pharmacist, Healthcare

Overview

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Pharmacist
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Job Type: Contract

Job Location: King of Prussia, PA

Work Schedule: On-site

Rate: $67.50, Based on experience

• Active Pharmacist license with retail pharmacy experience required.
• Preferred knowledge/experience in pediatric specialty drug therapy.
• One (1) to two (2) years of Specialty Pharmacy experience.
• Knowledge of pharmacy information systems, automated dispensing technology and personal computers.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to neonate, child, and adolescent.

• The Specialty Pharmacist serves as the pharmacy liaison between the specialty pharmacy, specialty clinics, and patients. The individual will be responsible for maintaining competency in the unique aspects of various pediatric specialty drug therapy.
• The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to this patient population served and support the Director to provide overall leadership in directing the clinical-related specialty pharmacy activities and services.
• Provide accurate and timely specialty pharmacy services for patients with specialty medication needs.
• Provide clinical practice/monitoring based on company Policy and all accrediting agency and regulatory guidelines for specialty medication dispensing and necessary follow-up.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals as well as the patient/caregiver to deliver safe patient care and optimal patient care and outcomes.
• Refer patients for enrollment to other company Pharmacy services when applicable.
• Complete all patient documentation timely and in compliance with company policy.
• Apply knowledge of URAC and Joint Commission Accreditation Standards & State Pharmacy Regulations
• Provide and receive accurate and timely communication to render interdisciplinary patient care.
• Provide drug information and education to clinic staff, patients and families, and specialty pharmacy staff regarding the specialty pharmacy service line and pertinent disease states.
• Provide training and orientation to new specialty pharmacy staff regarding pharmacy services, including timely completion and approval of prior authorizations, enrollment in financial assistance programs, and other regular tasks assigned.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and interns to ensure that pharmacy products are prepared and distributed accurately, with the appropriate quantity and at the time the product is needed.
• Participate in departmental process improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Specialty Pharmacy Management.
• Manage enrollment and onboarding process for new specialty pharmacy patients.
• Initiate and manage prior authorization process for new specialty prescriptions
• Assume oversight of specialty medication management within area(s) of specialty practice.
• Responsible for daily clinic operations, such as initial and follow-up visits or telephone calls with patients and being available to serve as a drug information resource within specialty clinics.
• Responsible for answering clinical and drug access questions and providing feedback to management regarding opportunities and process improvements.
• Participate in the expansion of specialty and ambulatory pharmacy services as needed.
• Precept pharmacy students, interns, and/or residents as needed.

• Required
  
  Education:
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Jaspreet Singh ( ) for more details