Lumicera

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USD $98,384.00 - USD $122,980.00 /Yr.

7.50 - Pharm, Supvr, AsMgr, SrCSEII, PrgMgr, SrPrgMgr, SrProdMgr

M-F 7am to 7pm, rotating 8.5 hour shifts

Lumicera Health Services is seeking a Pharmacist, Regional Clinical Operations to join our team! 

 

The Pharmacist, Regional Clinical Operations will be responsible for performing telephonic consultations with patients regarding the use of their specialty medication and management of their disease state. They will perform medication reconciliation, screen for potential drug interactions, and provide side effect management recommendations. Included in the core responsibilities of this role will be proficient and accurate in pharmacist final verification of a high prescription volume of orders prior to shipment. The Pharmacist, Regional Clinical Operations can expect to interpret prescribers’ prescriptions, contact prescribers and/or patients to verify information on prescriptions, and expedite the processing of orders. This position will be expected to meet department production metrics and service levels, support quality standards, resolve patient issues, and vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs. 

 

Is this you? Find out more below!  

How do I make an impact on my team?   

• Verify prescriptions for pharmaceutical preparations and devices for patients at company facilities; maintain accurate and detailed records of all prescription transactions, and submit appropriate claims for third-party reimbursement; consult with physicians and nurses regarding pharmaceutical questions; advise physicians on formulary medications and cost-effective and innovative therapies; answer pharmaceutical questions from patients and staff; monitor storage, distribution, and use of pharmaceuticals. 
• Provide clear, detailed clinical documentation of patient consultations and interventions in pharmacy software in compliance with internal policies and procedures and external regulatory bodies (such as URAC) and/or EMR systems efficiently. 
• Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians. 
• Interpret and clinically evaluate prescriptions for specialty medications based on available information and resources. Contact providers and/or patients to verify information related to prescriptions such as drug strength, intended directions, and diagnosis to expedite processing of orders. Verify and confirm validity of controlled substances. 
• Contact providers for new prescriptions, consult with prescribers and nurses regarding clinical questions, and contact pharmacies for prescription transfers. Work with providers to convert prescriptions to generic, biosimilar, or preferred drugs whenever possible. 
• Verify prescription information entered in the system by data entry or order entry. Answer clinical questions from the pharmacy team. 
• Provide patient education through telephonic consultations for patients of the specialty pharmacy in accordance with Lumicera’s Patient Management Program. The consultations will focus on effective assessment and communication of disease state management, side effect mitigation strategies, administration of medication, appropriate storage, and therapeutic appropriateness, while following a patient-centered care model. Answer clinical questions from patients and caregivers. 
• Document and report medication errors in accordance with company policies and manufacturer contracts. Facilitate error reduction and prevention methods based on errors and ISMP standards. Adhere to all Lumicera pharmacovigilance standards. 
• Contribute to the quality management program through daily operations and efforts toward sustaining key pharmacy performance metrics. Participation in quality improvement activities through routinely sharing ideas for improvements or implementing improvement opportunities with supervisors or quality team members. 
• Travel to designated locations to cover pharmacist absences due to vacation, leave, or staffing gaps.  At times this will include limited lead time notice on travel requirements. 
• Other duties as assigned.

What our team expects from you?  

• Graduate of ACPE Accreditation School of Pharmacy with a B.S. Pharmacy or PharmD degree
• Current, unrestricted Pharmacist license is required in state where any on-site pharmacy work will be conducted. Must continually maintain education credits to maintain active licensure.  Pharmacist licensure in Missouri is required upon hire.  Illinois pharmacist licensure is required within six months of start date. 
• 2 years of experience as a practicing licensed Pharmacist preferred
• Specialty pharmacy experience or solid understanding of specialty pharmacy drugs including REMS and Limited Distribution Products best practices preferred 
• Participate in, adhere to, and support compliance program objectives 
• The ability to consistently interact cooperatively and respectfully with other employees 

What can you expect from Lumicera? 

• Hybrid Role: Average of 3 days/week, travel to on-site pharmacy locations for Lumicera St. Louis, Lumicera Cape Girardeau, Lumicera Peoria, and other future locations within that same geographic distance
• Top of the industry benefits for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance 
• 20 days paid time off 
• 4 weeks paid parental leave 
• 9 paid holidays 
• 401K company match of up to 5% - No vesting requirement 
• Adoption Assistance Program 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Educational Assistance Plan and Professional Membership assistance 
• Referral Bonus Program – up to $750! 

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3662 Park Ave.

St. Louis

MO

63110

US