Company Overview

Heritage NY Medical, PC is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services with a focus on patient-centered care. Our team is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of our community through innovative medical practices and compassionate support.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at Heritage NY Medical, PC. In this role, you will play a vital part in optimizing medication therapy for patients, ensuring safe and effective use of medications while collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

· Integrating clinical information (eg. Quality Measures, Suspect HCC Diagnosis, Lab results, Medications, Adherence/avoidance prescription alerts, Drug Interaction Screening, ISTOP) from multiple sources into EMR documentation prior to patient Annual Wellness Visit and Post Discharge Visit for NP/MD’s evaluation and patient assessment.

· Reviewing clinician's annual wellness assessment to ensure chart abstraction clinical information was addressed, documentation is complete, medication therapy is appropriate.

· Medication Reconciliations complete post-discharge directly with patient and/or caregiver to evaluate appropriate medication regimen, avoiding duplication/omission of therapy and drug-drug interactions and provide appropriate patient medication consultation.

· Evaluation of patient in EMR for medication review: drug and disease interaction, medication selection, labs/vitals, allergies, RX orders/renewals and direct MD communication, and other relevant information important to maximize medication adherence and optimize patient outcomes.

· Medication therapy management (MTM): including reviewing and monitoring of medication regimens, advising clinicians on evidence-based therapy as indicated, documenting interventions; assessing patient adherence rates.

· Develop and refine disease and drug specific clinical protocol to maximize patient adherence and promote evidence-based cost-effective care.

· Recommending alternative therapeutic drug regimens and disease specific treatments according to guidelines as appropriate.

· Monitor and evaluate therapies for side effects or other medication related issues, recommend drug therapy changes to prescribers as appropriate.

· Clinical interventions including but are not limited to comprehensive pharmacist consultation, motivational interviewing/coaching, drug regimen optimization, medication reconciliation, medication lists or reminders, medication synchronization, coordinate home nurse visits, transitions between liaison/PSC, use of mobile app or other technologies.

· Productivity monitoring and reporting weekly stats for growth development

· Identifying and resolving insurance related issues, recognizing situations where financial assistance can be applied.

· Supervising communication of support personnel compliant with HIPAA rules and regulations.

· Maintaining current registration and all remote pharmacist activity to comply with local, state and federal drug laws as regulated by each state board of pharmacy and the DEA.

· Obtain and maintain relevant certifications for essential job functions.

· Direct communication with other health professionals as necessary regarding patient care.

· Develops own knowledge by participating in education programs; training pharmacy staff, students, interns, externs, and health care professionals.

· Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database applications.

· Apply observations and recommendations to operational issues, increased productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.

· Identify trends, resolves problems; recommend improvements; implements change.

· Actively participates in process improvement initiatives.

· Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.

· Align goals with mission and goals of the Organization.

· Projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

· Required Licensure/Certification: Applicant must hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent advanced degree and be a licensed Pharmacist in the state of NY in good standing with Board of Pharmacy

· Preferred Medication Therapy Management MTM/CMR experience, Risk adjustment certification and STARS Quality Measures knowledge

· Be familiar with Centers of Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) regulations and guidelines

· Years of Experience: Preferred 1+ years' experience interacting with patients, clinicians as part of an interdisciplinary care team

· Skills: Analyze information, exercise good judgment, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, have deep knowledge of specialty medication pharmacology, local/state/federal pharmacy regulations, able to manage processes, exhibit strong technical and clinical skills, excellent leader and manager of people, constant focus on legal compliance, highly productive, quality focused and attention to detail. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must have the ability to identify barriers to medication adherence and implement and monitor plans to improve medication adherence. The ability to motivate and coach patients to help them achieve better outcomes and identify goals of therapy.

· Traits: Organized, high-integrity, attention to detail, dependable, quality focus, empathetic, good listener/communicator

· Other: Energetic, highly motivated, team player with strong personal and communication skills; discretion and confidentiality is essential as position deals with HIPAA and Protected Health Information.

If you are passionate about improving patient care through effective medication management, we invite you to apply today and become a part of our dedicated team at Heritage NY Medical, PC!

Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Garden City, NY 11530