Staff Mail Operations Pharmacist VSP

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Description

The Staff Mail Operations Pharmacist VSP is a registered Pharmacist who is responsible for the accurate and timely dispensing of prescribed medication to patients. This position may require the pharmacist to be cross trained to complete medical necessity and comprehensive medication reviews for prescriptions requiring pre-authorization. The Staff Mail Operations Pharmacist VSP work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

Responsibilities

The Staff Mail Operations Pharmacist VSP ensures adherence to quality assurance standards, accurate tracking techniques and a review process prior to shipping medications to patients. May complete a review that includes a full analysis of the medication care plan, investigation of overall utilization, and identification of unusual usage patterns. Intervenes and advises patients and providers to promote cost effective utilization and quality patient outcomes, as needed. Begins to influence department's strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.

As a member of the Screening Pharmacist team you will:

Review prescriptions for accuracy

Check for drug-drug interactions

Assess drug-allergy concerns

Evaluate appropriateness of dosage, directions and therapy

Schedule: This is a Variable Staffing Position (VSP). The position will between 0 to 40 hours per week depending on the business need.

Required Qualifications

Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy

Ability to participate in Federal prescription programs

Licensed as a PHARMACIST in the state of Texas

Reside in the state of Texas

Self-directed, but also able to work well in a group

Ability to solve problems and encourage others in collaborative problem solving

Work ethic that is focused, accurate, and highly productive

Excellent communication skills

Proficient with computers

Preferred Qualifications

3 years experience in a high volume community or mail order pharmacy practice environment

Additional Information

*Candidates must reside within the state of Texas, Florida, Arizona or Ohio*

Work-At-Home Requirements

WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.

A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.

Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.

A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Company info

Humana Inc.
Website : http://www.humana.com