Pharmacy Residency

Job Summary:

The Pharmacy Resident interacts professionally as a pharmacist resident within an interdisciplinary team of health care professionals to provide support and leadership within the managed care environment and an academic setting.

Essential Functions:

Assist operations team in processing prior authorization requests and improving operational processes Develop innovative programs and contribute to ongoing projects by performing a variety of tasks as assigned by residency director to further support pharmacy’s role in supporting the CareSource mission of “transforming lives through innovative health and life services” Focus on producing high quality, cost-effective, and patient-centered pharmacy benefits through indirect patient care activities Assist in formulary management, including policy writing and creating coverage criteria Conduct pharmacoeconomic and health outcomes research to be presented at a professional conference Develop programs for members participating in Pharmacy MTM programs Apply pharmacoeconomic principles to optimize patient well-being through cost-effective medication use Review drug information literature to make evidence-based decisions Perform indirect patient care activities through various programs like MTM, drug utilization reviews, quality improvement, etc. Analyze market research to monitor and assess trends in specialty pharmacy, new drugs or drug technology, disease state management, managed care, patient care and clinical services Develop effective utilization management programs Participate with the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee Provide leadership to APPE students Work with PBMs, CMS, and drug manufacturers for pharmacy benefit design and utilization Compose and teach didactic lectures and/or provide continuing education presentations Assist with physician education programs regarding member benefits Assist members and their families withn pharmacy benefits Contribute to efforts to improve member satisfaction Contribute to the development and completion of departmental goals and projects Contribute to pharmacy department operational needs on demand (prior authorization requests, appeals, medical reviews, etc.) Perform any other job-related instructions, as requested

Education and Experience:

Pharmacy degree from an ACPE accredited school of pharmacy is required.

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:

Highly motivated, creative, empathetic and adaptive Strong administrative skills Decision making/problem solving ability Flexible with high tolerance for ambiguity Have the ability to work with reports and numbers Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work independently and within a team environment Attention to detail Critical listening and thinking skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Licensure and Certification:

Must pass NAPLEX exam by December 1st following date of hire; must pass MPJE and obtain pharmacist licensure in at least one state in which CareSource does business by January 1st following date of hire. To help protect our employees, members, and the communities we serve from acquiring communicable diseases, Influenza vaccination is a requirement of this position. CareSource requires annual proof of Influenza vaccination for designated positions during Influenza season (October 1 – March 31) as a condition of continued employment. Employees hired during Influenza season will have thirty (30) days from their hire date to complete the required vaccination and have record of immunization verified. CareSource adheres to all federal, state, and local regulations. CareSource provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or as required by state law to enable the employee to perform the essential functions of the position. Request for accommodations will be completed through an interactive review process.

Working Conditions:

General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time This duration of this residency is a defined period of time, not to exceed one (1) calendar year; employment in this position does not guarantee employment with CareSource beyond the completion of the residency

Compensation Range:

CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type (hourly/salary):

Salary

Organization Level Competencies

Create an Inclusive Environment

Cultivate Partnerships

Develop Self and Others

Drive Execution

Influence Others

Pursue Personal Excellence

Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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