Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

PHARMACY ASSISTANT

Under general supervision of a clinical pharmacist, the Pharmacy Assistant assists in communication with internal and external professionals, assists with medication coordination, and reconciliation.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Integrated teamwork with the Enrollment team for medication reconciliation, running MAPS reports, and onboarding new participants.
• Supporting Fraud, Waste and Abuse efforts by preparing detailed enrollment grids for new participants and communicating with the dispensing pharmacy.
• Supporting Fraud, Waste and Abuse efforts by preparing accurate medical utilization updates and communicating with the Clinical Pharmacist, interdisciplinary team, and dispensing pharmacy.
• Reconciling allergies and immunizations and updating pharmacy demographics for all participants.
• Prepare initial and annual Comprehensive Medication Review packets using a set of clinical criteria and communicating with the Clinical Pharmacist.
• Reviewing, executing, and communicating in collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacist on all refill requests from the dispensing pharmacy.
• Communicating with skilled nursing facilities for medication administration records and reports as assigned.
• Attending weekly huddles and meetings as assigned.
• Immunization care coordination
• Complete projects as assigned and perform a variety of leadership duties

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) license with the State of Michigan, preferred.
• Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) considered.
• Current CPR card required.
• Previous experience of at least 6 months preferred.
• Proficient computer (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and typing skills.
• Ability to operate a calculator and use intermediate math skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly both in-person and over the phone.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to multitask, to manage several different projects at once and ensure that everything gets completed in a timely manner.
• Pay close attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.

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