Clinical Program Staff Pharmacist - Express Scripts

Provide operational support for multiple programs within the Express Scripts clinical product portfolio, including but not limited to ScreenRx, Health Connect 360, Advanced Opioid Management, and several other programs that engage patients, providers, caregivers and clients to promote better health outcomes.In doing so, the Staff Pharmacist will need to be fluent about the intricacies of each program and provide appropriate patient counseling.

Essential Functions:


* Perform comprehensive evaluations of available patient health records and using evidence based medicine, proactively reach out to patients to educate and engage them in successfully managing their drug regimen and to advise them of cost saving opportunities available in their prescription drug plan.

Respond to incoming inquiries regarding drug therapy.

Follow up with patients to ensure continuity of care and provide clinical counseling as needed


* Reach out to patients new to their therapy to ensure early success in treatment by educating and engaging them in managing their medication regimens, including advising them on over the counter products and devices that may assist them in achieving their treatment goals


* Establish credibility as the trusted advisor to physicians and other healthcare professionals, including consultations to address omission of therapy concerns and recommend alternate treatment plans based on evidence-based protocols and guidelines


* Use specialized knowledge to conduct drug utilization review for patients with complex conditions or co-morbidities tied to TRC specific patient outcomes.

Consult with other specialist pharmacists, physicians and patients to resolve therapy concerns, including making Gap In Care (GIC) calls and other appropriate interventions


* Represent Express Scripts and the Therapeutic Resource Centers at meetings to educate clients on the TRC process and the value of the TRC's in improving the health of their members and saving costs


* Participate in pilot studies with specialized clinics or with other business partners


* Participate in community outreach and education related to the area of specialty


* Maintain leading edge knowledge in area of specialization through self-study and continuing education.

Contribute to the specialized knowledge of other pharmacists through participation in journal clubs, leadership of grand rounds and other opportunities as they arise


* Works to continuously improve TRC outcomes including suggesting improvements to processes and systems, approaches to therapy, improved methods of communication and new services that enhance value to the patient, client or physician.


* Performs related duties as assigned

Required:


* Registered pharmacist in the state of practice


* Highly-evolved clinical pharmacy skills and/or clinical knowledge of a specific disease state


* Superior written and verbal communication skills


* Proficient in use of compute...