Pharmacist

Elevance Health • Mason, OH

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Pharmacist Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. BioPlus Specialty Pharmacy is now part of CarelonRx (formerly IngenioRx), and a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies. Together, CarelonRx and BioPlus offer consumers and providers an unparalleled level of service that’s easy and focused on whole health. Through our distinct clinical expertise, digital capabilities, and broad access to specialty medications across a wide range of conditions, we deliver an elevated experience, affordability, and personalized support throughout the consumer’s treatment journey. Schedule: This role will be working Monday thru Friday either a shift from 1:30 pm- 10:00 pm EST or 12:00 pm- 8:30 pm EST. During the training period, the schedule will be a first shift. The Pharmacist is responsible to perform the duties of a licensed pharmacist. Ensures the safety and security of merchandise. Ensures adherence to laws and regulations governing the sale of pharmaceuticals, and maintains compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations as well as local, state, and federal requirements as it pertains to prescriptions. How you will make an impact Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security and inventory of controlled substances, and disposal of drugs designated as hazardous waste. Receives and reviews prescriptions issued by prescribing practitioner to assure accuracy, appropriateness of medication, and determine formulas and ingredients needed. Ensures compliance with laws governing the practice of pharmacy and distribution of drugs. Answers questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interaction, side effects, dosage, and storage of pharmaceuticals. Engages in consultation with prescriber regarding interpretation of prescription information as needed. Ensures that stock and supplies necessary for customer care are ordered, stored, and handled in an organized and efficient manner in the absence of the Lead Pharmacist and/or manager if needed. Prepares, fills, and compounds drug and orders by prescribers and other authorized personnel. Offers free counseling to customers on how to use devices such as blood pressure or diabetes monitors. Strives to improve efficiency and reduce costs in pharmacy area. Plans, implements, and maintains procedures for mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements, and ensures quality, security, and proper disposal. Minimum Requirements: Requires BA/BS degree in Pharmacy or Pharm D and minimum of 1 year experience working as a Pharmacist; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Valid Registered Pharmacist license required. Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences: Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Pharmacist in a retail setting preferred. Experience with pharmacy adjudication platform strongly preferred. Bilingual preferred. Specialty pharmacy experience preferred. For Carelon Health business unit, National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) verified is required for this position, as per applicable state guidelines. Job Level: Non-Management Exempt

Requirements

• Requires BA/BS degree in Pharmacy or Pharm D and minimum of 1 year experience working as a Pharmacist; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
• Valid Registered Pharmacist license required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Pharmacist in a retail setting preferred.
• Experience with pharmacy adjudication platform strongly preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Specialty pharmacy experience preferred.
• For Carelon Health business unit, National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) verified is required for this position, as per applicable state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security and inventory of controlled substances, and disposal of drugs designated as hazardous waste.
• Receives and reviews prescriptions issued by prescribing practitioner to assure accuracy, appropriateness of medication, and determine formulas and ingredients needed.
• Ensures compliance with laws governing the practice of pharmacy and distribution of drugs.
• Answers questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interaction, side effects, dosage, and storage of pharmaceuticals.
• Engages in consultation with prescriber regarding interpretation of prescription information as needed.
• Ensures that stock and supplies necessary for customer care are ordered, stored, and handled in an organized and efficient manner in the absence of the Lead Pharmacist and/or manager if needed.
• Prepares, fills, and compounds drug and orders by prescribers and other authorized personnel.
• Offers free counseling to customers on how to use devices such as blood pressure or diabetes monitors.
• Strives to improve efficiency and reduce costs in pharmacy area.
• Plans, implements, and maintains procedures for mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements, and ensures quality, security, and proper disposal.

Benefits

• We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

What This Job Offers

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