Clinical Pharmacist

PacificSource • Portland, OR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist supports PacificSource’s mission to provide better health, better care, and better cost to the people and communities we serve by coordinating the delivery of pharmaceutical services based on the member’s specific clinical circumstances, health plan benefits, and availability of additional medical, community, or financial resources. This role reviews pharmacy coverage requests and issues determinations which promote quality, cost-effective outcomes, or supports quality measures through personal member outreach and interventions. Pharmacists work closely with other members of the healthcare team to understand the healthcare landscape and facilitate outstanding member care using fiscally responsible strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of pharmacy-related work experience or 1 year of post-graduate training (residency or fellowship) is required.
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or Registered Pharmacist, and valid state license without restriction required.
• Ability to adapt and prioritize within a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Knowledge and comprehension of pharmaceutical services, including federal and state statutes and regulations as they pertain to the insurance-related pharmacy services and benefits administration.
• Ability to assess pharmaceutical alternatives, treatment plans, drug technologies and new approaches to delivering pharmacy services.
• Ability to work independently and within groups with minimal supervision.
• Stoop and bend.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while performing core job functions.
• Repetitive motions to include typing, sorting and filing.
• Light lifting and carrying of files and business materials.
• Ability to read and comprehend both written and spoken English.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience managing complex work processes is highly preferred.
• Additional certifications may be needed such state specific credentials.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely drug coverage determinations for members of PacificSource Health Plans based on posted criteria, current standards of medical practice, and member-specific condition and assist Medical Directors in reviewing appeals for denied coverage determinations.
• Support Part D Star measures through personal member outreach and interventions.
• Provide effective communication for members, providers, and internal staff through various platforms such as clinical calls, coverage determination letters, and email.
• Stay up to date on State and Federal regulations as they relate to health insurance coverage and the practice of pharmacy.
• Work with Clinical Pharmacy Team Leads and/or designee to improve processes and services provided by the department.
• Represent Pharmacy Services Department internally as requested.
• Support clinical meetings with internal stake holders as requested.
• Assist in projects as assigned.
• Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations.
• Follow the PacificSource privacy policy and HIPAA laws and regulations concerning confidentiality and security of protected health information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Our Values We live and breathe our values. In fact, our culture is driven by these seven core values which guide us in how we do business: We are committed to doing the right thing. We are one team working toward a common goal. We are each responsible for customer service. We practice open communication at all levels of the company to foster individual, team and company growth. We actively participate in efforts to improve our many communities-internally and externally. We actively work to advance social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace, the healthcare system and community. We encourage creativity, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level