Cost Containment Pharmacist

City of Lincoln; Ridgefield Park (NJ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

SpecialtyRx, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacist to join our Cost Containment team in Ridgefield Park, NJ. This full-time position ensures safe distribution of medications to client facilities under the supervision of the Director of Cost Containment.

The role involves evaluating orders, recommending therapy changes when necessary, and collaborating with nursing staff and physicians. Ideal candidates hold NJ licensure with LTC experience and are proficient in LTC frameworks.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in the State of NJ (Required)
• Long Term Care experience preferred
• Previous experience in Hospital and Retail pharmacy or other medical fields
• Knowledge of drug pricing and medication classes, preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Computer literate, knowledge of Frameworks LTC system, PLUS

Responsibilities

• Make recommendations for therapy changes to physicians and client facilities staff.
• Evaluate medication orders for drug appropriateness, dosage, interactions, and administration.
• Apply clinical skills: medical history, therapies and laboratory data.
• Communicate with nursing staff, physicians, and healthcare team regarding medication queries.
• Provide shift coverage and perform cost-containment and therapeutic interchange tasks across locations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

LTC system knowledge

Education

Licensed Pharmacist in NJ

NJ, NY, OH, PA, KY & TX licensure a plus

Job description

• Location 2 Bergen Turnpike,Ridgefield Park, NJ, 07660,United States
• Base Pay $59.00 - $63.00 / Hour
• Industry #retail , #hospital , #longtermcare
• Employee Type Full Time

Contact information

• Phone [phone] X 4017

Description

We are looking for a Pharmacist to join our Cost Containment team!

Under the supervision of the Director of Cost Containment Pharmacist, and in compliance with all local, state, federal, and company laws and regulations, ensures the accurate and safe distribution of medical products to client facilities.

SpecialtyRx is an innovative, full-service pharmacy who partners with subacute and long-term care facilities throughout the United States, transforming drug care by facilitating the complete medication dispensing process.

Hours: Full Time Days Shift; Monday through Friday and weekend if needed

Key Responsibilities

• Make recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and client facilities staff when necessary.
• Evaluate medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions and proper administration.
• Clinical skills needed: medical history, therapies and laboratory data, etc.
• Communicate with facilities' nursing staff, physicians and other healthcare team members, regarding medication-related query.
• Ability to provide shift coverage as needed and perform other daily cost-containment and therapeutic interchange tasks across all locations.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in the State of NJ (Required) and NY, OH, PA, KY & TX licensure a (Plus)
• Long Term Care experience preferred
• Previous experience in Hospital and Retail pharmacy or other medical fields
• Knowledge of drug pricing and medication classes, preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Computer literate, knowledge of Frameworks LTC system, PLUS

EEO Statement, SpecialtyRx, Inc. is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce. We recruit and retain talented individuals without regard to gender, race, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. EO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.