Diabetes Care Pharmacy Liaison

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Liaison to support the diabetes care services team. The role involves coordinating medication ordering, delivery, and documentation, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and case managers to meet patient needs in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The candidate will work under the Director of Specialty Pharmacy Services and with diabetes educators to ensure access to insulin, diabetes medications, CGMs, pumps, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• 2 years Relevant pharmacy work experience (Required).
• District of Columbia Pharmacy Technician License 30 Days (Required).
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Upon Hire (Required).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Medication Ordering and Delivery: Manage the entire medication ordering and delivery process from start to finish. This includes verifying medication orders, ensuring timely procurement, and collaborating with local pharmacies to secure medication availability. Work closely with the inpatient and outpatient teams to ensure medications are delivered promptly and accurately to meet patient care needs.
• Ensure Accurate Documentation: Ensure that all medication-related activities, including ordering, delivery, and patient receipt of medications, are properly documented in the patient's medical records. This includes charting medication and supply updates, tracking inventory, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and institutional requirements throughout the process.
• Partner with Local Pharmacies to Ensure Medication Availability: Work closely with local pharmacies to coordinate medication availability, ensuring that patients' prescriptions are filled and ready for timely administration. This partnership helps prevent medication delays and ensures patients receive the necessary treatments without interruption.
• Collaborate with Clinical Staff to Address Medication and Supply Request: Partner with various clinical staff members, including physicians, nurses, and case managers, to address medication and supply requests. Ensure that medications, supplies, and any special requests are met in both inpatient and outpatient settings, prioritizing patient safety and care needs.
• Support Inpatient and Outpatient Medication Management: Ensure that both inpatient and outpatient medication needs are met efficiently. In the inpatient setting, this includes managing patient-specific medication orders and collaborating with the healthcare team for timely delivery. In the outpatient setting, coordinate with providers to ensure that patients have access to medications and supplies for continued care after discharge.
• Monitor Medication Therapy and Compliance: Assist in the monitoring of patients' medication therapy, ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens. Collaborate with the clinical team to address any concerns regarding medication compliance or potential delays in medication administration.
• Assist with Inventory Control and Medication Reconciliation: Assist in medication reconciliation during patient transitions of care, ensuring that all medications are appropriately accounted for and continued in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Provide Support for Medication Education: Support patient education efforts by ensuring that patients receive appropriate information on their medications and supplies. This includes ensuring that all educational materials are available and that patients have the necessary resources to manage their medications effectively post-discharge.

Skills

Knowledge of diabetes medications,

Devices and standards of care

Insurance billing and prior authoriz.

Patient assistance programs

Organizational and teamwork skills

English communication (oral & written)

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Adaptability to department needs

Learning new applications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Liaison to support the diabetes care services team. The role involves coordinating medication ordering, delivery, and documentation, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and case managers to meet patient needs in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The candidate will work under the Director of Specialty Pharmacy Services and with diabetes educators to ensure access to insulin, diabetes medications, CGMs, pumps, and