Job Summary:

Pharmacist I - Rx Solutions Center (RSC) is responsible for supporting the department and organizational strategies, goals and vision. Utilizing pharmaceutical and clinical expertise to improve the health and well-being of our members. 

Essential Functions:

• Execute pharmacy programs and clinical pharmacy initiatives that optimize medication therapy management, improve quality of care, and reduce costs
• Conducts comprehensive medication reviews to ensure appropriate utilization, drug interactions, gaps in care, unnecessary medication, ineffective medications, inappropriate doses, adherence barriers, and overall medication adherence   
• Determines appropriate interventions to resolve medication therapy problems, achieve goals of therapy, and prevent new problems for members
• Supports STAR measures and/or other clinical programs
• Documents all activities involved with clinical calling programs in a timely manner
• Act as primary contact for providers and members about pharmacy and medication related issues
• Provide support and collaborate with pharmacy technicians to drive clinical initiatives
• Perform any other job duties as requested

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy required
• PharmD preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of retail pharmacy experience is preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year managed care or Medicare experience is preferred

Competencies, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Computer proficient with basic knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Medicaid and Medicare
• Highly customer service oriented
• Understands the pharmacist’s clinical role in the care of members
• Organized and learns quickly
• Uses proper grammar in print and e-mail communications
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Critical listening and thinking skills
• Time management skills
• Decision making/problem solving
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to provide education and support to team members

Licensure and Certification:

• Current, unrestricted Ohio Registered Pharmacist (RPh) licensure is required
• Ability to acquire additional state license(s), as required

Working Conditions:

• General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Compensation Range:

CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type (hourly/salary):

Organization Level Competencies

• Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture

• Cultivate Partnerships

• Develop Self and Others

• Drive Execution

• Influence Others

• Pursue Personal Excellence

• Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.