Ambulatory Infusion Pharmacy Prior Authorization Pharmacist

Job Description Summary

Pharmacist position responsible for completion of ambulatory infusion prior authorizations and entry of medication therapy plans into Epic.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC004415 SYS - ICCE - Pharmacy

Pay Rate Type

Hourly, Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

This position will report to the Infusion Prior Authorization Pharmacy manager and the pharmacy system director for ambulatory infusion. Work with a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to evaluate medication requests, ensuring adherence to guidelines, facilitate and complete the prior authorization process in a timely manner, entry of medication therapy plans into Epic, and communicate to medical teams when needed. The ideal candidate will be motivated, possess a wide clinical knowledge base, possess excellent communication and time management skills, be able to work in a team environment to provide safe and efficient care to patients through timely completion of the prior authorizations, follow-through on all assigned tasks, be accountable for assigned work metrics, and a commitment to optimizing medication access for patients.

Additional Job Description

Education: PharmD or RPh, SC pharmacist license in good standing

Previous experience with Epic EMR, Epic therapy plans, infusion medications, and completion of prior authorizations preferred

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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