Clinical Pharmacist - Population Health

About the role

Coordinates pharmacy initiatives involving registry or high-risk patients identified within the LVPHO (LVPG, MATLAV and Affiliate) practices. Identifies, organizes, and completes performance improvement projects related to medication use. Develops and implements pharmacy initiatives directed at promoting high value, high quality, safe, and cost-efficient medication therapy management in accordance with value-based initiatives. Job Duties Applies subject matter expertise in clinical pharmacy, therapeutic alternatives, utilization management, medication adherence strategies, and Medication Therapy Management to promote positive outcomes in LVHN value-based reimbursement contract programs. Critically reviews drug utilization data provided by insurers and analytic team and assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. Evaluates patient EMR profiles for appropriateness of medication therapy, conducts patient appointments, and provides and documents patient drug therapy recommendations. Identifies prescribing patterns that may lead to improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, patient failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication and implement strategies to resolve cost barriers. Interact with patient, providers, and pharmacy to positively impact CMS STARS, PQA, or HEDIS quality measures. Works with Population Health Director and ICC Pharmacy Manager to help implement strategic population health pharmacy plans. Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. Ensures quality of care through formulary and/or medication management and quality improvement projects. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy or Doctorate Pharmacy. 2 years relevant pharmacist experience in patient care or population health or 1 year PGY-1 Residency. Skilled in critical appraisal of medical literature. Capable of independently reaching therapeutic decisions in patient care and communicating them to physicians and other involved health professionals. Ability to accurately monitor medications. Ability to make independent judgments under stressful situations at times. Identify, organize, and complete performance improvement projects related to medication management. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to medication management. RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred Qualifications 5 years relevant pharmacist experience in patient care or population health or 1 year Residency PGY-1 or formal training in population health. Prior experience in working with health insurance payer contracts. Prior experience in Population Health. BCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - Board of Pharmacy Specialties Upon Hire or BCACP - Board Certified Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist - Board of Pharmacy Specialties Upon Hire Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to