Pharmacist - Markham, Ontario

Sentrex Health Solutions • Markham, ON

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentrex Health Solutions is a proudly Canadian, fully integrated specialty distributor and patient support provider for pharmaceutical manufacturers, physicians, and their patients. The company offers innovative solutions through strategic distribution models and patient support programs, backed by integrated technology, an in-house creative agency, and experienced teams. Core capabilities include Specialty Pharmacy Services, Customized Solutions for Warehouse, Wholesale & Distribution, Patient Support Programs, Strategic Creative Services, and HCP & Clinic Services. The Pharmacist is responsible for accurately checking prescriptions (clinical and technical aspects), patient counselling, collaborating with healthcare professionals to resolve drug-related problems, and preparing orders for delivery. This role involves working closely with the pharmacy team to dispense medication to clinics, performing administrative duties to support patient care and the team, and participating in all aspects of Pharmacy Operations. All Sentrex roles involve cross-training, and the Pharmacist may be required to assist in other pharmacy areas as needed.

Requirements

• Registered and licensed as a Pharmacist with the provincial pharmacy college required (RPh designation).
• 1-2 years Pharmacist experience preferred
• Experience with Kroll is required
• Exceptional knowledge of third-party Insurance plans, special authorizations, and EAP’s
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written in English.
• Strong computer skills in a Windows environment using MS Office (Excel, Word)
• Excellent phone etiquette
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to self-manage time, set priorities and multi-task in order to meet various competing work deadlines
• Ability to perform all technical duties involved in successful dispensing of medications
• Ability to physical stand for extended periods of time, and to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• This position requires a significant degree of self-starting and independence

Nice To Haves

• Experience and understanding of specialty medications along with third party billing issues is considered an asset
• Ability to effectively communicate in French is considered an asset.
• Commitment to providing a high level of service to internal and external clients.
• Highly adaptable with a track record of success during times of growth and organizational change.
• Proven track record of developing trust and influence at multiple levels.
• Demonstrates an impactful and candid communication style.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, management, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Accountable and responsible for clinical and technical aspects of drug distribution, including prescription clinical review/verification, patient counselling, resolving drug related problems, prescription adaptations/renewals as appropriate, prescription processing, filling and checking of medication
• Provide exemplary customer service to clinic staff, nurses and physicians primarily by phone/email
• Adherence to all relevant guidelines including the established Standard Operation procedures and all applicable regulatory requirements as set out by the provincial College of Pharmacists
• Inventory management and reconciliation which includes ordering, maintaining and organizing appropriate inventory and packaging supplies to support dispensing activities.
• Actively contribute to the ongoing review of policies and procedures as they pertain to medication dispensing, storage and cold chain transportation
• Provide direction, guidance and problem solving to pharmacy team with respect to daily tasks
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with health care professionals, reimbursement coordinators, private payers and patients
• Billing prescriptions through pharmacy software (Kroll) ensuring all required documentation is adequate and appropriate including (but not limited to) accounts receivables, dosage and dosing intervals, third party billing restrictions, limited use codes, scheduled appointment dates, clinic locations, copayment management and coordination of benefits
• Liaison between insurance plans and physicians directly to ensure all necessary paperwork and information is provided to the patients plan for coverage review.
• Understanding, recognizing, resolving third party billing issues for high dollar value products
• Accurately entering data and dispensing medications to ensure arrival to the appropriate destination on time
• Patient follow-up calls
• Sterile compounding and/or release of compounded products
• Attends and participates in staff meetings as required
• Additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and generous vacation entitlement
• Wellness Program (5 paid days off for your well-being!)
• Paid Sick Days
• Competitive Benefits Package including Dental & Extended Health Benefits, AD&D, LTD & Employee/Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• RRSP Matching Program
• The anticipated base salary hiring range for this role is $97k to $110k annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees