Clinical Pharmacist – Clinical Drug Services

ABC Benefits Corporation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Blue Cross has an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist to apply clinical knowledge to processes supporting drug eligibility via special authorization. The role includes contributing to drug reviews and providing listing and drug management recommendations to improve patient care.

The position emphasizes communication and organizational skills in a non-traditional clinical setting, with required licensure in Alberta and a minimum three years of hospital or community experience.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy required.
• Licensed to practice in Alberta required.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply clinical knowledge to assess drug eligibility via special authorization.
• Support Drug Review Committee with reviews and recommendations.
• Assist in listing and drug management decisions to improve patient care.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy

Alberta license to practice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alberta Blue Cross is an Alberta based organization dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experience and community leadership. We’re committed to providing the best health coverage to over 1.8 million members and take an active role in promoting wellness. We believe in what we do—and place trust in our employees to deliver our vision.Working at Alberta Blue Cross means having a career where you’ll be recognized for your contributions. We value diversity, encourage our team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance and provide opportunities for career growth.OVERVIEW:Alberta Blue Cross has an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist to apply clinical knowledge and skills to a variety of processes we have in place to meet the needs of our customers. The primary focus will be on pharmaceutical and disease state knowledge to support the determination of drug eligibility via special authorization. Pharmacists also provide valuable support to Drug Review Committee in reviewing drug products and providing listing/drug management recommendations. This position will appeal to motivated and enthusiastic team players who are looking for different ways to apply their superior communication and organizational skills in a non-traditional clinical setting.WHAT YOU WILL HAVE:A Baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy, a minimum of three years’ experience in a hospital or community pharmacy and a license to practice in Alberta.Strong clinical skills, good attention to detail, and a commitment to quality customer experience are required for success in this position and will be critical selection factors.Computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office is required (i.e. Word, Excel, and preferably Access).Demonstrated leadership abilities, presentation skills, and experience with drug utilization/claims profile reviews and in the areas of pharmaco-economic and pharmaco-epidemiologic assessment would be definite assets.This position will remain open until suitable candidates are selected.Alberta Blue Cross is an inclusive employer committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our team members by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.We offer the opportunity to work in an innovative, high-energy team-focused environment. If you have the qualifications we are looking for, apply online at careers.ab.bluecross.caA criminal record check satisfactory to Alberta Blue Cross will be required as a condition of employment, following a conditional offer.