Clinical Pharmacist

Monogram Health•Remote, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The POD Pharmacist helps develop and implement Monogram’s medication therapy management (MTM) program which will ensure appropriate use of medication management resources. The POD Pharmacist will perform timely written member medication reconciliations and drug therapy action plans for all Monogram members and communicate them to Monogram clinical staff and treating nephrologists, primary care physicians and other providers. He or she conducts telephonic consultations with medical providers when medication changes appear necessary and speaks with members about medication use concerns. The pharmacist will work collaboratively with clinical (e.g. nurse and social worker) care manager operations personnel to integrate medication management into Monogram’s overall care model and to ensure that field clinicians are executing on MTM policy and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or PharmD
Active pharmacist license and reside in the state of position
3+ years previous experience (or equivalent) actively practicing as a pharmacist, preferably within a managed care, ambulatory care, or clinical practice environment

Nice To Haves

PGY1 residency in ambulatory care, managed care, or related clinical field
BPS board certification in pharmacotherapy, geriatrics, ambulatory care, or related clinical field
Board certification in MTM from NBMTM
MTM certificate training from APhA, Powerpak, or similar program

Responsibilities

Perform and write concise member specific comprehensive medication reviews (CMRs); productivity and quality standards apply
Drive meaningful medication interventions that result in medical providers’ and members’ adhering to evidence-based medication guidelines
Review member care reports, clinical notes and other medical records as needed for medication action plan development, targeted clinical outreach programs and quality assurance purposes
Serve as a pharmacist resource for Monogram field clinicians regarding medication use and Monogram MTM resources
Assist with the delivery of MTM training sessions aimed at building a standardized and effective MTM program for Monogram clinical staff
Monitor important medication availability and use trends for populations under Monogram’s care management. Stay current with evidence-based prescribing for individuals with kidney disease
Participate in external and internal interdisciplinary care team case rounds or meetings and produce MTM related documentation to be shared with appropriate treating providers
Implement medication optimization processes that meet the needs of managed care organizations and their members