TEMP - Clinical Pharmacist

Job SummaryCalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced TEMP - Clinical Pharmacist to join our team.The Clinical Pharmacist is an integral part of the CalOptima Health's pharmacy management team and will work to drive pharmacy initiatives and clinical programs within the Medi-Cal, Medi-Cal Whole-Child Model, Medicare and Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) lines of business. The incumbent will research, develop, update drug utilization management strategies and work to promote clinically appropriate prescribing practices, which adhere to CalOptima Health's formulary, regulatory guidelines and national clinical practice guidelines. The incumbent will interact frequently and independently with plan members, prescribers, pharmacies, collaborative care team members and with the Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM). General duties will include participation in clinical programs, development of drug utilization criteria, review of prior authorizations and appeals and interface with plan members and prescribers to discuss drug therapy.Position Information:Department: Pharmacy ManagementSalary Grade: 316 - $58.12 - $92.9856Duties & Responsibilities:95% Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability. Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department. Generates and analyzes claims and utilization reports to track general trends in drug utilization and to identify potential targeted utilization management activities. Develops and updates drug utilization criteria. Proactively develops and maintains contacts and relationships with providers key to successful interaction and intervention activities. Participates in medication review, disease state management, and other clinical quality improvement programs such as Medication Therapy Management (MTM), Transitions of Care (TOC), interdisciplinary care teams and PACE.Assists the Pharmacy Director and the Manager of Clinical Pharmacists in the preparation of drug monographs and utilization reports for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee. Utilizes clinical and regulatory guidelines in the review of drug prior authorization and appeals requests. Adheres to regulatory compliance and quality guidelines as well as CalOptima Health's policies and procedures. Updates CalOptima Health's pharmacy policies and develops new policies and procedures when needed. Works with management to recommend, develop and implement target drug utilization intervention programs and other Drug Utilization Review/Drug Utilization Evaluation (DUR/DUE) activities. Works with the Manager of Clinical Pharmacists and within Medical Management (e.g., with data manager, case managers, etc.) on various data integration and disease management and outcomes projects. Reviews members' medication profiles and makes recommendations to health care providers based on evidence-based medicine and national guidelines for disease management as part of the CalOptima Health's polypharmacy program. Serves as the plan representative for state fair hearings. Resolves complaints, grievances and appeals.5% - OtherCompletes other duties and projects as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Doctor of Pharmacy degree is required.Current knowledge and expertise in clinical pharmacology and disease states is required.An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifyingPreferred Qualifications:Experience in pharmacy practice or residency in pharmacy practice.Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), and/or National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) audit experience.Bilingual in English and in one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese).Required Licensure / Certifications:A current, valid, unrestricted California State registered Pharmacist license is required.Knowledge & Abilities:Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds.Work independently and exercise sound municate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events. Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills.Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner.Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration. Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions.Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment.Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment less than 10 pounds.Work Environment:If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location:Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.The noise level in this work environment is usually located at PACE:Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly.There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.If located in the Community:Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.About CalOptima Health:CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto - Better. Together." - is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community's health.We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring.CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County's best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay!CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.if you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.

Created: 2024-11-02