CVS Health hiring Clinical Pharmacist - Aetna Medicare in Austin, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

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Position SummaryThe Clinical Pharmacist performs retrospective drug utilization reviews. They distribute clinical drug information and educate providers and staff regarding appropriate use of pharmaceutical treatment regimens.

This individual will be responsible for:

Performing pharmacy review and making evidence-based recommendations regarding Medicare members.

Identify opportunities within the health plan for integration of quality measures in current case management or other clinical programs.

Communicate to providers and members on quality indicators for Medicare programs.

Provide clinical pharmacy support to programs targeted toward the Medicare membership.

Actively participate and collaborate as part of the multidisciplinary team to improve member’s medication regimen and overall health.

Perform Other Duties As Required.This is a fully remote role open to qualified candidates within the United States.

Required Qualifications

• Current unrestricted state pharmacist license in state of residence
• Live in and be licensed in a state that allows clinical services to be performed in a work from home position
• 3+ years in a Clinical Pharmacist Role* which must include at least one of the following:
• Rounding and making therapy recommendations as an active part of a multi-disciplinary care team;
• Independently managing patient therapy under a collaborative practice agreement;
• One year of a Pharmacy Practice Residency

OR

• At least 6 months in a recent Medicare Managed Care Clinical Pharmacy Role focused on Stars or HEDIS measures
• Clinical Pharmacist Role:
• Established clinical experience in functions beyond fundamental dispensing and order-processing activities such as optimization of medication selection, dosing, and monitoring
• Experience with population health and/or disease state management
• Demonstrated ability to research and analyze medication literature including drug information, disease states, and clinical practice guidelines to identify gaps in care and create/communicate a recommendation plan to providers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, or Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist
• Completion of a PGY1 Managed Care residency
• Certified in MTM
• Bilingual
• Experience with Medicare STARS and Part D formulary benefit

EducationRegistered Pharmacist or Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) required

Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is:

$78,331.50 - $196,800.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.

For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit jobs.CVSHealth.com/benefits

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/21/2024