Clinical Pharmacist (590055)

PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work options

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy, the nation’s largest rare-disease pharmacy, seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to manage drug distribution and specialty pharmacy activities for patients enrolled at PANTHERx. The role ensures safe, efficient coordination of care and provides clinical drug information to the healthcare team.

You will supervise pharmacy technicians, work rotating full-time schedules, and participate in on-call coverage. A strong pharmacy license and NABP verification are required.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Registered Pharmacist degree from an ACPE accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist licensure for Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Current enrollment in NABP Verify.
• Registration with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy as an NABP Verified Pharmacist; or willingness to obtain registration upon hire.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work and/or to required work locations.

Responsibilities

• Completes verification of prescription drug orders for completeness.
• Communicates with prescriber offices for order clarification and coordinates care to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
• Communicates with patients regarding prescribed therapies, both specialty and non-specialty, to improve patient compliance and adherence.
• Facilitates prior authorizations and enrolls patients in financial assistance programs.
• Verifies prescription orders during prescription fulfillment process.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians during daily activities.
• Performs clinical pharmacist duties during on-call hours on a rotating basis; on-call duties may involve transporting products to and from Panther facilities.
• Additional projects and activities as assigned.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy or Pharmacist license (ACPE)

Pharmacist license in Pennsylvania

Job description

7,000 Diseases - 500 Treatments - 1 Rare Pharmacy
PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do.
If you are looking for a career in the healthcare field that embraces authentic dedication to patient care, you don’t need to look beyond PANTHERx. In every line of service, in every position and area of expertise, PANTHERx associates are driven to provide the highest quality outcomes for our patients.
We Are Seeking Team Members Who
Are inspired and compassionate problem solvers;
Produce high quality work;
Thrive in the excitement of the ever-challenging environment of modern medicine; and
Are committed to achieving superior health outcomes for people living with rare and devastating diseases.
At PANTHERx, we know our employees are the driving force in what we do. We cultivate talent and encourage growth within PANTHERx so that our associates can continue to explore their interests and expand their careers. Guided by our mission to provide uncompromising quality every day, we continue our strategic growth to further reach those affected by rare diseases.
Join the PANTHERx team, and define your own RxARE future in healthcare!
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Classification: Non-Exempt
Status: Full time
Reports To: RxARECARE Supervisor
Purpose
The Clinical Pharmacist manages the drug distribution and specialty pharmacy activities for a variety of patients enrolled at PANTHERx™ Rare Pharmacy. The role creates and oversees safe and efficient methods for coordination of specialty pharmacy policy concerning drug patient care and provides clinical drug information to meet the needs of the patient and their healthcare team. In addition, the Pharmacist also manages pharmacy technicians and other supporting roles daily.
To accommodate business and patient services, this position may be required to work varied and rotating full-time schedules between 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Monday-Friday as required by the Manager.
Responsibilities

• Completes verification of prescription drug orders for completeness.
• Communicates with prescriber offices for order clarification and coordinates care to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
• Communicates with patients regarding prescribed therapies, both specialty and non-specialty, to improve patient compliance and adherence.
• Facilitates prior authorizations and enrolls patients in financial assistance programs.
• Verifies prescription orders during prescription fulfillment process.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians during daily activities.
• Performs clinical pharmacist duties during on-call hours on a rotating basis; on-call duties may involve transporting products to and from Panther facilities.
• Additional projects and activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Registered Pharmacist degree from an ACPE accredited institution
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist licensure for Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Current enrollment in NABP Verify.
• Registration with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy as an NABP Verified Pharmacist; or willingness to obtain registration upon hire.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work and/or to required work locations

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years as a practicing, licensed pharmacist
• 2-4 years of specialty pharmacy experience

Work Environment
This position operates in a well-lit, mail order distribution pharmacy environment. Role routinely uses pharmaceutical equipment and safety supplies.
Physical Demands
Individuals must be able to stand for extended periods of time; lift up to 20 pounds; and utilize the computer and bar code scanner. Must be able to use proper personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, gloves, eye protection and face masks when needed. Reasonable accommodation will be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of the job.
Benefits
Hybrid, remote and flexible on-site work schedules are available, based on the position. PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy also affords an excellent benefit package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, 401K with employer matching, employer-paid life insurance and short/long term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program! Generous paid time off is also available to all full-time employees, as well as limited paid time off for part-time employees. Of course we offer paid holidays too!
Equal Opportunity
PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotions or any term or condition of employment based on race, age, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.