Outreach Pharmacy Specialist

Integrated Resources Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking an Outreach Pharmacy Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. This role involves conducting outbound calls to enhance medication adherence metrics for healthcare members. Candidates should possess a strong background in pharmacy with excellent communication skills, a high school diploma, and relevant certifications. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to improving patient care through effective outreach and support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a retail pharmacy.
• Strong clinical drug therapy knowledge required.
• Call Center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound educational calls regarding medication adherence.
• Encourage members to refill prescriptions and coordinate appointments.
• Document pertinent data and perform data analysis as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

National Certification as pharmacy technician (PTCB)

Tools

PC-based software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Durations : 6+ Months (Possible extension)

Location : Chattanooga, TN

Responsibilities:

· The Outreach Pharmacy Specialist is responsible for outbound calling to members, providers and pharmacies in an effort to improve HEDIS metrics.

· The Pharmacy Specialists will be responsible for calling members with gaps for Medication Adherence to improve HEDIS.

· Other types of outbound calls to members, providers, and pharmacies may be assigned. This position may include updating, maintaining and monitoring pharmacy information distributed to external and internal customers.

· This includes pharmacy information and pharmacy tools placed on the company web site and the processes involved to have information placed on the company web site.

· Customer Service skills apply, friendly and professional demeanor. Job Duties: o Conduct outbound educational telephone calls regarding medication adherence to members, prescribers and pharmacists as directed.

· Encourage and motivate members to become compliant by refilling their prescriptions and/or coordinating the needed appointments with provider offices.

· Receive provider and member pharmacy problems/complaints and escalate to appropriate management staff.

· Document all pertinent data, complete daily tracking, reporting/activity as requested in Care Communication Management System (CCMS).

· Perform data analysis as assigned.

· Maintain proper workflow while meeting departmental goals for timeliness.

· Fax and/or mail provider and member communications as directed.

· Respond to inquiries from providers, members, family, and internal staff.

· Participate in meetings/committees as requested.

· Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines; work under moderate/minimal supervision. Responsible for timely review of updates to drug information and drugs lists.

· Complete various projects thoroughly, accurately and timely as assigned by management. Implement processes involved in communication distribution to members and providers.

· Lend clerical support to other departmental members as requested.

· Other duties as directed by management to accomplish department goals.

Job Qualifications:

· Education o High School diploma or equivalent.

· Experience o Minimum 2 years of experience in a retail pharmacy and strong clinical drug therapy knowledge.

· Call Center experience preferred.

· Knowledge in pharmacy/medical terms.

Skills/Certifications:

· National Certification as pharmacy technician (PTCB) required. Interpersonal/organizational/technical skills required.

· Technical proficiency in PC-based software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, other internal systems). Written and oral TELEPHONIC communication skills are required.

· Ability to work independently on multiple tasks involving critical deadlines with little or no supervision as well as part of a team.

· Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of hypertension treatment and diabetes treatment preferred.

If you are not interested in looking at new opportunities at this time I fully understand. I would in that case be appreciative of any referrals you could provide from your network of friends and colleagues in the industry. We do offer a referral bonus that I’d be happy to extend to you if they turn out to be a great fit for my client.