Clinical Pharmacist

Kintegra Health • Newton, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist at Kintegra Health is a member of the healthcare team who enhances patient outcomes through specialized medication management and direct patient care. The role consults with patients, healthcare providers, and support staff to develop and implement comprehensive medication plans, manage and monitor complex medication regimens, educate patients, and maintain accurate documentation. The position works in a collaborative, patient-centered environment and supports patient safety and continuous improvement.

The Clinical Pharmacist conducts chronic care management for Medicare patients, supports medication adherence efforts, and participates in population health and case management activities. The position collaborates with the manager of population health and case management to achieve organizational goals for value-based care. It requires a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree and an unrestricted North Carolina pharmacist license.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of related work experience in clinical pharmacy.
• Management and leadership experience.
• Understanding of quality and healthcare initiatives.
• Understanding of case management requirements for managed care contracts.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMRs) and Microsoft Word Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or BS Pharmacy degree.
• Unrestricted North Carolina pharmacist license.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one patient consultations about medication regimens, address concerns, and adjust treatments as needed in collaboration with the provider.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans and outcomes.
• Review patient profiles and medical history and conduct medication reconciliation during transitions of care to support safe and effective medication use.
• Develop, implement, and continually monitor individualized medication plans.
• Educate patients about medication use, potential side effects, and recovery options.
• Support the healthcare team's patient education efforts.
• Coordinate care with other healthcare providers to support seamless treatment processes.
• Contribute to discussions about patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of medication plans, adjustments, and patient progress.
• Monitor and report adverse medication-related events to support patient safety and system improvements.
• Use analytical and problem-solving skills to anticipate, identify, and mitigate potential medication-related issues.
• Develop and implement strategies to prevent future adverse events and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Attend population health team meetings addressing whole-person-centered care management.
• Conduct chronic care management for Medicare patients.
• Address medication adherence efforts for the population health department.
• Collaborate with the manager of population health and case management to achieve organizational goals for value-based care.
• Remain competent in pharmaceutical best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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