Clinical Pharmacist Manager
Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
Why Join Grace at Home
Grace at Home is a provider-led community-based health and care partner dedicated to improving the health and well-being of those who need care the most with a deep commitment to high-needs urban and rural communities. Our local physicians nurses and caregivers work together to serve people and the communities they live in beyond just treating symptoms. We remove barriers by delivering personalized care as close to home as possible often in-home because we know a deep understanding of our patients race culture and environment is critical to delivering improved health outcomes. By empowering patients providers and caregivers with the support they need we strive to make health and care a realitynot a burdenevery single day. Join us in creating a better way to care.
Overview
The Clinical Pharmacist Manager will work directly with Members providers and healthcare professionals within the CINQCARE network. The Clinical Pharmacist will support peer to peer consults for Clinical Pharmacy questions Clinical Pharmacy case review Clinical Pharmacy education and training and support overall quality of care and performance outcomes for patients and Value-Based Provider Groups. They will be an integral member of the Clinical Operations Team using advanced data and analytics to improve polypharmacy medication optimization for high-risk patients medication adherence and support to providers and patients in disease management.
Duties & Responsibilities
Administrative Duties:
- Daily oversight and management clinically and operationally of clinical pharmacy staff.
- Training and mentoring of clinical pharmacy staff including a team of clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
- Manage an organization-wide medication adherence program including devising strategies and work-flows for meeting and tracking performance goals. 0.2 FTE is allocated to administrative tasks and 0.8 FTE allocated to direct patient care responsibilities
Direct Care Duties:
- Support day to day requirements for the CINQCARE Clinical Pharmacy Program
- Complete provider requested peer-to-peer clinical pharmacy consults. This may include but is not limited to:- Medication questions
- Clinical pharmacy medication management guidance
- Drug-Drug interactions and/or contraindications
- Behavioral Health medication guidance and regimen optimization
- Complete high-risk patient case pharmacy reviews- Evaluation medication profiles and determine if changes are warranted to optimize medication therapy and reduce potential for adverse drug reactions
- Recommend alternative medications dosing or medication discontinuation as appropriate
- Review therapy plans with providers
- Support interactive patient visits for Medication Therapeutic Management including medication review adherence and education
- Participate in IDT Clinical rounds with Providers to provide therapeutic insights
- Engage directly with providers and patients to support clinical pharmacy interdisciplinary outcomes
- Develop and support provider education didactics for Clinical Pharmacy Topics of Interest
- Present evidence-based guidelines quality improvement and savings opportunities to the CINQCARE network of provider partners and internal providers as appropriate
Qualifications
- The Clinical Pharmacist Lead should have the following qualifications:
- Education: PharmD from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy
- License: Active unrestricted pharmacist license; preferred licensure in NY MD WV TX FLCA IL IN or NJ.
- Experience: At least 2 years of clinical pharmacy experience. Strong decision-making skills and ability to work independently to meet deadlines. Knowledge related to Part B Drugs (including but not limited to immunotherapy biologics and chemotherapeutics) and behavioral health medications (anti-psychotics long acting injectables and controlled substances) is preferred but not required
- Entrepreneurial: CINQCARE seeks to fix gaps that have persisted for generations in the delivery of care to Black and Brown populations. This position is accountable for ensuring CINQCARE is positioned to innovatively deliver on its promise.
- Communication: Excellent verbal written communication and presentation skills; ability to clearly articulate and present concepts and models in an accessible manner to CINQCAREs team investors partners and other stakeholders. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
- Relationships: Ability to build and effectively manage relationships with business leaders and external constituents.
- Culture: Good judgement impeccable ethics and a strong team player; desire to succeed and grow in a fast-paced demanding and entrepreneurial Company.
The working environment and physical requirements of the job include:
Work is performed indoors in a setting with air conditioning and artificial light. Travel to and work in offices or other environments is required.
In this position you will need to communicate with customers vendors management and other co-workers in person and over devices sometimes with people who are agitated. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Must be able to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Lifting of up to 10 lbs. occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals calculator copiers and FAX machines. Good reasoning ability is important. Able to understand and utilize management reports memos and other documents to conduct business.
Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Grace at Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process please inform the recruiter during the hiring process.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify add or remove duties as necessary.
Our Benefits
Financial Well-being
- Competitive Compensation:We offer competitive salaries to attract and retain the best talent.
- 401(k) with Employer Match:Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and a generous 4% employer match.
Health and Wellness
- Comprehensive Medical Plan: We proudly offer a comprehensive medical option with an employer contribution.
- Dental & Vision Coverage: Maintain your oral and eye health with our employer-paid dental and vision plans via MetLife.
- Employer-Paid Insurance: Life Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance are provided at no cost to you.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy ample time off for rest and rejuvenation with generous PTO holidays and wellness time.
Additional Perks
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) Allowance for APPs: Stay at the forefront of your field with our CME allowance.
- Commuter Benefits: Save on your commute with our commuter benefits program.
- Mileage Reimbursement: Get reimbursed for work-related travel expenses.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
CINQCARE delivers health and care—better, simpler, and closer to home. Because your health shouldn’t depend on your zip code.