Clinical Pharmacist

HCSC; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CareAllies, a division of Health Care Service Corporation, seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to advance Stars Part D initiatives, medication utilization, and quality outcomes for physician clients. The role combines clinical guidance with academic detailing and data-driven interventions.

Hybrid position serving the Rio Grande Valley and Houston areas; travel up to 25%; collaborate with provider groups, educate clinicians, and mentor residents in the PGY-1 program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy required; PharmD preferred.
• State license in good standing and pharmacist preceptor credential.
• 3+ years’ experience in managed care or ambulatory care.
• Strong communication and independent problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with CMS Medicare programs and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support academic detailing and interventions based on practice data.
• Educate physicians, APPs and clinical staff to support value-based care.
• Analyze medication utilization trends to drive quality and safety.
• Attend provider meetings and travel as needed within geographic area.
• Mentor residents and participate in PGY-1 pharmacy residency activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent problem solving

Adaptability to ambiguity

Relationship building

Prioritization and time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Remote

TX - Houston

TX - El Paso

Full time

At CareAllies, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Job Summary

The CareAllies Clinical Pharmacist will play a key role in executing strategic priorities focused on Stars Part D and medication utilization intended to unlock value and quality for physician clients by reducing complexity of care and elevating clinical results. This position collaborates with CareAllies clinical executives, physician client leaders, and clinical leaders to execute strategic priorities to improve quality, safety, and financial performance.

You will support academic detailing activities, and process interventions, based on practice-level data, trends and identified opportunities. Inclusive of, but not limited to: Partnering with provider groups, and educating primary care physicians, advanced practice providers, and other clinical staff to aid in value-based care; Dissemination and support of performance data primarily centered on Stars Part D medication utilization intended to improve care for the population served; Participate in quality improvement programs, and initiatives driven by clinical needs, such as medication adherence enhancement efforts and evidence-based prescribing.

Job Description

This role will support academic detailing activities, and process interventions, based on practice-level data, trends and identified opportunities. Inclusive of, but not limited to:

• Partnering with provider groups, and educating primary care physicians, advanced practice professionals, and other clinical staff to assist them on their conversion and / or success within value-based care models.
• Informing and working with physician clients on medication utilization trends among the patient population they support to drive quality improvement outcomes, optimize drug use, and improve patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement programs, and initiatives driven by a clinical need, such as improving medication adherence and guideline directed medical therapy.
• This role will be expected to attend and present at provider-facing meetings which occur regularly throughout the year. These meetings often require travel within a geographic area and are most often scheduled in the evenings after our physician partners are done with patient care activities.
• This role will collaborate directly with physician clients and CareAllies clinical programs to support polychronic condition management initiatives as an extension of the physician client. Activities associated with this responsibility include, but not limited to:
• Completing comprehensive medication reviews for pre-identified patients and stratifying the most relevant medication therapy problems.
• Participating in clinical round meetings with physicians and other clinicians to effectively engage the broader team on pre-identified medication therapy problems.
• Patient and / or caregiver medication counseling to support an understanding of their therapy along with medication safety and effectiveness.
• This role will be expected to serve in the capacity of a pharmacy preceptor within the CareAllies Managed Care Pharmacy Graduate Year (PGY-1) residency program.
• The individual for this role will need to have dedication towards shaping future pharmacists and supporting their growth as a mentor.
• The role will need to demonstrate ongoing professional growth and enthusiasm for the practice of pharmacy.
• Duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: At a minimum candidates will need to have a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy. Doctor of pharmacy degree is strongly preferred.
• Licenses: Registered in good standing pharmacy license for the state is required.
• Registered pharmacist preceptor
• Professional experience in managed care and / or in ambulatory care of 3+ years.
• Professional pharmacy practice experience with the patient population in the local market.
• Skills:
• Strong communication skills to convey clear understanding of unique needs to different audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems, and make sound decisions in a timely fashion.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and continue to operate effectively.
• Effectively builds informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.
• Ensure tasks are prioritized appropriately to effectively and efficiently accomplish objectives and goals
• Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft office platforms word, excel, and power point.
• Knowledge:
• Foundational understanding of the structure of the CMS Medicare program and associated regulatory landscape
• Foundational understanding of the CMS quality improvement programs.

Preferred Requirements

• Completion of an ASHP accredited Pharmacy PGY1 Residency program.

Additional Job Details

• Client-site Location: This is a hybrid position primarily supporting the Rio Grande Valley market and surrounding areas. The individual will be onsite at provider offices or report to the Houston office three days per week and work from home the other days.
• Travel: Up to 25% within assigned market, including overnight stays.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, typical business hours with frequent evening meetings (Monday – Thursday) per month. In a typical month there are between 5 to 8 evening meetings to support.
• Sponsorship: Sponsorship is not available

This position may be performed remotely from anywhere within the continental United States, excluding California, New York, Alaska, and Hawaii .

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

Pay Transparency Statement

At CareAllies, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, a minimum of 15 days’ of paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for full-time employees.

The salary offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Min to Max Range

$102,000.00 - $184,300.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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