Clinical Pharmacist Refill Authorization

Intermountain Healthcare; Salem (MA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacist to deliver safe and effective pharmaceutical care. This fully remote position allows you to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while ensuring optimal medication management and patient counseling. You'll be responsible for reviewing medication orders, supervising support staff, and identifying areas for process improvement. If you're passionate about enhancing patient care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Health engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice pharmacy and dispense controlled substances.
• Knowledge of state and federal pharmacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Reviews medication orders for safety and appropriateness.
• Provides counseling to patients and promotes medication adherence.
• Supervises interns and technicians, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Pharmacy

Medication Management

Pharmaceutical Care

Project Management

Quality Improvement

Problem Solving

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 will work regular clinical hours, Monday - Friday. It is a fully remote position. 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/or participates in ensuring medications are prepared, delivered timely, stored securely, and appropriate for stability and workflow.
3. Provides counseling to patients, promotes medication education and adherence, ensuring patients are well-informed, treated with respect, and receive 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 personnel as required, providing 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, safety hazards, and participates in departmental meetings with feedback and ideas.
8. Supports clinical, compliance, business, standardization, and customer service directives at clinic or hospital levels.
9. Supports pharmacy leadership initiatives locally and enterprise-wide.

**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).
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of practice and dispense controlled substances.
• Knowledge of state and federal pharmacy regulations.
• Effective communication, management, and project skills.
• Immunization certification if applicable.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Experience in retail pharmacy, refill authorization, integrated healthcare systems, Board Certification, or Health System Pharmacy Residency.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Visual and manual dexterity for reading, manipulating supplies, and computer use.
• Frequent communication with staff and patients, requiring clear verbal and listening skills.

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

**Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40

The hourly rate ranges from $59.86 to $87.98, depending on experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package supporting wellness, living healthy, and engagement. Learn more at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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