Pharmacist Consultant

Elevance Health • Tampa, FL

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Pharmacist Consultant supports disease management programs and physicians’ care plans through drug therapy evaluation and consultation for program participants. The role evaluates members’ prescription needs and therapies, assesses medication adherence, identifies barriers to compliance, and helps members understand how to use their prescriptions appropriately. The consultant also reviews therapies with physicians when they do not meet national standards and advises on alternative medications, while serving as a clinical resource to disease management and other clinical teams.

This is a primarily virtual role with required in-person training sessions. Candidates must reside within reasonable commuting distance of a posting location unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. The schedule is an eight-hour shift from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. Additional hours, including weekends or holidays, may be required based on operational needs. Response during non-standard hours may also be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and at least 2 years of clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current unrestricted Pharmacist license in applicable state(s).

Nice To Haves

• PharmD.
• Experience with direct patient counseling or education.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate members’ prescription needs and therapies by reviewing medication histories to determine whether medications are appropriate.
• Assess members’ adherence to their care plans through direct contact with members and their physicians.
• Identify potential barriers to medication adherence and solutions to overcome them.
• Ensure members understand the appropriate use of their current prescriptions.
• Review therapies with physicians when they do not meet national standards and counsel physicians about alternative medications.
• Serve as a resource to the clinical team in disease management and other clinical areas.

Benefits

• Merit increases
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Incentive bonus programs, unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Stock purchase plan
• Life insurance
• Wellness programs
• Financial education resources

What This Job Offers

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