Clinical Pharmacist Refill Authorization

Intermountain Healthcare; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated pharmacist to join their remote team. This role involves delivering safe and effective pharmaceutical care, optimizing medication use, and fostering professional relationships within a multidisciplinary team. With a focus on quality improvement and patient education, the pharmacist will play a crucial role in enhancing medication management and compliance. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about patient care and pharmacy services.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in CO, MT, UT, or NV.
• Effective communication and project management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews medication orders for safety and appropriateness.
• Provides counseling to patients and ensures medication adherence.
• Supervises interns and support staff as needed.

Skills

Pharmacy

Medication Management

Pharmaceutical Care

Quality Improvement

Problem Solving

Project Management

Federal Pharmacy Laws

State Pharmacy Laws

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Job description

**Job Description:**

This position demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills to deliver appropriate, safe, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care within the scope of their assigned practice. This position is responsible for patient care and developing effective, professional relationships within the multidisciplinary team.

**This position works normal clinical hours, Monday - Friday. It is fully remote. Applicants must** **be licensed in CO, MT, UT, or NV to qualify.**

**Essential Functions:**

1. Reviews patients' medication orders for allergy interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriateness of drug therapy, and drug-drug interactions. Makes evidence-based interventions to optimize medication use, ensuring safe, appropriate, and cost-effective therapies, and accurately dispensing medications.
2. Oversees and participates in ensuring medications are prepared and delivered timely, stored securely, and appropriate for stability and workflow.
3. Provides counseling to patients, promoting medication education and adherence, ensuring respectful and professional service.
4. Completes regulatory and compliance training, maintains clear documentation, and stays compliant with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
5. Supervises and directs interns, technicians, and support staff as needed. Provides clinical consultation to other health professionals.
6. Proactively solves problems related to equipment, maintenance, drug availability, staffing, and patient care concerns.
7. Identifies areas for process improvement and safety hazards, taking appropriate actions. Participates in departmental meetings with feedback and ideas.
8. Supports clinic, hospital, and system directives, including clinical, compliance, business operations, standardization, and customer service.
9. Supports pharmacy leadership initiatives at local and enterprise levels.

**Skills:**

• Pharmacy
• Pharmacy Services
• Medication Management
• Pharmaceutical Care
• Project Management
• Quality Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Federal Pharmacy Laws
• State Pharmacy Laws

**Minimum Qualifications:**

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited institution (education verified).
• License to practice pharmacy in the state of practice and dispense controlled substances.
• Current knowledge of state and federal pharmacy regulations.
• Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.
• Immunization certification if applicable.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Previous retail pharmacy experience.
• Refill authorization experience.
• Experience in an integrated healthcare system.
• Board Certification.
• Health System Pharmacy/Residency.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Visual acuity for reading labels, documents, and monitors.
• Verbal communication and hearing for interacting with colleagues and patients.
• Manual dexterity for handling supplies and equipment, including computer use.

**Location:** Supply Chain Center, Midvale, Utah

**Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40

The hourly rate is $59.86 - $87.98, depending on experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.

Learn more about our benefits here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits).

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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