Staff Pharmacist - Accredo Rare Disease Front End Pharmacist

Staff Pharmacist - Accredo Rare Disease Front End Pharmacist

20 Sep 2024
Tennessee, Nashville 00000 Nashville USA

Staff Pharmacist - Accredo Rare Disease Front End Pharmacist

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POSITION SUMMARYThe Staff Pharmacist interprets physicians’ prescriptions, contacts doctors or other prescribers and/or patients to verify information on prescriptions and expedite processing of order. This position is responsible for compounding and dispensing medications within corporate and regulatory guidelines. The Staff Pharmacist will track order status and outstanding issues as well as consult with patients regarding the use of medications and potential drug interactions. This individual may take calls from customers regarding lost orders or dispensing errors, maintain daily production, quality and service levels, vary work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs. The Staff Pharmacist may also train less experienced pharmacists.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide oversight and quality assurance to pharmacy technicians.

Interpret physicians’ or prescribers’ prescriptions.

Contact doctors and/or patients to verify information on prescriptions such as drug strength, prescription sig., and drug name in order to expedite processing of orders.

Verify and confirm validity of controlled substances.

Verify prescription information entered in the system by data entry or order entry.

Contact physicians for new and/or transfer authorization.

Work with physicians to convert prescriptions to generic or preferred drugs whenever possible.

Consult with patients regarding the use of medications and potential drug interactions.

Back up other pharmacists as needed, perform additional duties as assigned by management, or train less experienced pharmacists.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current resident pharmacist license in good standing.

Advanced problem solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments to resolve issues.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Ability to read and interpret prescriptions.

Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy.

Ability to manage timelines and meet tight client deadlines.

Ability to adapt in a changing environment.

Ability to work a flexible schedule for peak volume times.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTThrough our range of health care products and services offered, Accredo team members provide in-depth care for patients with chronic health conditions like hemophilia, oncology, rheumatoid arthritis and growth hormone deficiency. In addition to health care products, we provide comprehensive management services – including outcomes measurement, counseling, clinical care management programs, social services and reimbursement services. By performing in these very high-touch roles, employees have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on their patients’ lives.ABOUT EXPRESS SCRIPTSAt Express Scripts, we dare to imagine a better health care system, and we’re driven to make it happen. Where some see obstacles, we see possibilities. We’re challengers, difference-makers and opportunity-seekers, united with our partners in pursuit of a simpler, more sustainable system and better health for all.We have always acted first to take on the toughest challenges. We uniquely partner across the health care ecosystem to uncover opportunities, take action, advance health care and deliver better outcomes – like no one else can. We believe health care can do more. We are Champions For BetterSM.Express Scripts, part of Cigna Corporation, unlocks new value in pharmacy, medical and beyond to further total health for all.

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