Staff Pharmacist - Accredo - Newark, DE

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 74,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Shift differential

Job summary

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy, part of Evernorth Health Services, is seeking full-time staff pharmacists to join their team in Newark, DE. This onsite position is located at our Newark, DE location and requires working onsite.

You'll oversee technicians, verify prescriptions, contact doctors to verify information, counsel patients, and back up other pharmacists as needed. A valid ACPE-accredited degree and active pharmacist license with 1+ year of experience are required, with a competitive bonus

Qualifications

• ACPE-accredited degree (B.S. Pharmacy or Pharm.D) and licensure in good standing.
• 1+ year of pharmacist experience.
• Current pharmacist license in good standing.
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions; provide patient counseling and ensure accuracy.
• Flexible schedule for peak volume times and adaptability in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians; verify prescriptions and prescription details; contact doctors/patients to expedite orders and verify information.
• Verify prescription data entered in the system; obtain authorization for new/transfer prescriptions; work with physicians to convert to generics when possible.
• Counsel patients on medication use and potential interactions; ensure safety and effectiveness of therapies.
• Back up other pharmacists as needed and assist with training less experienced staff.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

ACPE-accredited degree (B.S. or Pharm.D)

Job description

Position Summary

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy, part of Evernorth Health Services, is seeking full-time staff pharmacists to join their team in Newark, DE. This position is located onsite at our Newark, DE location. This role is worksite dependent and can only be performed onsite.

We Have The Following Shifts Available For This Position

• Sunday through Thursday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Eastern Time
• Sunday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Monday through Thursday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm Eastern Time
• Some portions of these shifts may qualify for a shift differential

How You'll Make a Difference And Improve Lives

• Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians. Interpret physicians’ or prescribers’ prescriptions. Contact doctors and/or patients to verify information on prescriptions such as drug strength, prescription sig., and drug name in order to expedite processing of orders. Verify and confirm validity of controlled substances.
• Verify prescription information entered in the system by data entry or order entry. Contact physicians for new and/or transfer authorization. Work with physicians to convert prescriptions to generic or preferred drugs whenever possible.
• Consult with patients regarding the use of medications and potential drug interactions.
• Back up other pharmacists as needed, perform additional duties as assigned by management, or train less experienced pharmacists.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACPE Accreditation School of Pharmacy with a B.S. Pharmacy or Pharm.D degree
• Current Pharmacist license in good standing
• 1+ year of relevant pharmacist experience
• Advanced problem solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments to resolve issues; Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions; Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy; Ability to manage timelines and meet tight client deadlines; Ability to adapt in a changing environment; Ability to work a flexible schedule for peak volume times

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the Internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an hourly rate of 54 - 91 USD / hourly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence.

About Evernorth Health Services

Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.