Pharmacy Specialist - Specialty Pharmacy Neurology

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . Department: ICE | PTSL Specialty Pharmacy Neurology Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Pharmacy Specialist will serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team representing UAMS Specialty Pharmacy Services. The specialist will provide pharmacy services with a focus on safety, efficacy, and positive outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree
PGY1 residency training OR 3 years of applicable experience (the dept can specify experience)
AR licensure or eligible for licensure - do not count intern experience

Nice To Haves

Pharm.D.
Board Certified in applicable area
5 years applicable experience

Responsibilities

Locate patient insurance coverages from multiple sources.
Performs an accurate benefit investigation to determine prescription coverage.
Processes prescriptions expeditiously.
Possesses advanced knowledge of the adjudication process and can troubleshoot rejected claims and mitigate payer problems.
Serves as a resource t o others in processing clean claims.
Knowledgeable in the prior authorization process and able to submit requests accurately and expediently.
Serves as a resource for off-label use prior authorizations and appeals.
Trains staff on the prior authorization process.
Can access co-pay cards and grants for financial assistance.
Able to become an integral part of the assigned specialty interdisciplinary team and develop professional relationships with its members.
Performs proper patient assessments that comply with accreditation standards within the time parameters outlined in the patient management program.
Works to institute a disease state management agreement with providers.
Cosigns outreach documentation on time.
Assesses the appropriateness of therapy for the individual patient with respect to safety, comorbidities, dosing, and side effect management.
Recommends appropriate screening before the medication start date.
Recommends appropriate monitoring to ensure patient safety.
Documents clinical interventions.
Promotes adherence and actively monitors patient compliance.
Monitors hospital admissions for their specific patient population.
Answers clinical communications from patients on time and facilitates communication between the patient and the clinic.
Serves as a resource to defend the use of the product to payers using clinical studies and accepted guidelines.
Practices evidence-based medicine.
Develops and manages plans of care, collecting objective data to demonstrate positive outcomes.
Participates in the training of staff, students, and residents.
Participates in a group 24 hours a day, 7 days a wee,k 365 days a year on-call rotation where each member of the group takes call for 1 week at a time.
Serves as a resource and provides accurate drug information to medical staff.
Actively participates in quality improvement projects and action plans to improve safety and service.
Sits on the Quality Management Committee.
Works with drug manufacturers to gain access to limited distribution medications.
Completes required training on time.
Participates in continuing education appropriate to the specialty.
Performs other duties as assigned.