Job Description

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The McKesson Total Care Solutions (MTCS) Medically Integrated Dispensing (MID) Pharmacist oversees oral therapy specialty pharmaceutical care plans for therapies that may be self-administered by the patient or administered within the clinic, including initial patient evaluations, development of care plans, and ensuring treatment plans are carried out. Coordinates with clinical providers to ensure all aspects of pharmaceutical care are delivered in a safe and timely manner. Reviews medications according to clinical standards and practices. Prepares and maintains all necessary records on prescriptions, patient charges, and inventory. Supports and adheres to the McKesson Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts initial patient evaluations and work-ups regarding disease status and anticipated prescribed therapy, including health histories and other relevant patient data to optimize drug therapy.

• Coordinates with physician staff and service providers in planning and implementing patient care plans to ensure the safe and timely delivery of drug therapy. Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in the patient clinical chart, including communication with other healthcare professionals.

• Establishes therapeutic objectives and monitors patients for desired therapeutic outcomes, including the detection of adverse reactions and complications associated with therapy. Recommends modifications in drug therapy if indicated.

• Provides counseling and answers questions from patients and family concerning drug therapy. Instructs patients on the effects of food and alcohol intake and warns of potential side effects. Provides professional drug information and assistance to medical staff.

• Assists with medication access.

• Prepares and dispenses medication orders. Reviews and performs QA checks on all new and repeat medication orders, including evaluation of patient profiles and comprehensive drug data files to assess for any incompatibilities.

• Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization. Checks all orders for insurance approval before dispensing.

• Checks all prescriptions and medication orders for completeness and accuracy, verifying correct metric dosing and performing dose calculations in accordance with current medication-safety standards.

• Organizes and directs the technician's workflow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.

• Participates in pharmacy teaching and in-service programs as necessary. Receives new drug education from pharmaceutical representatives; remains abreast of new information. Monitors and informs staff of new drug regulations.

• Assists with policy, guideline, and counseling guide development and handling of hazardous drugs processes. Ensures that record keeping is compliant with practice standards.

Reporting Responsibilities

• Typically supervises: Physician Dispensing Assistant/MID Tech(s) but may have other reports depending on practice organizational structure.

• Typically supervised by: Director, MTCS Operations. May report to other roles depending on organizational structure.

Accreditation Standards

• Ensure adherence to all relevant accreditation standards for pharmacy services.

• Maintain proper documentation and records in compliance with accreditation requirements.

• Participate in accreditation processes and continuous quality improvement activities.

Minimum Requirement

• Degree or equivalent and typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Licesed Pharamcict in Delaware and able to get licensed in Illinois quickly.

Education

• Pharm. D.or BS in Pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.

Critical Skills

• Rheumatology or specialty area background preferred.

• Experience coordinating with prescribers and clinical practice teams

• Knowledge of medication access, prior authorization, payer requirements, and specialty-drug workflows

• Active, unrestricted licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the state of Delaware and Illinois (or willing to become licensed in these states as well as additional states).

Work Environment

• Primarily a remote or general office environment, with the ability to collaborate virtually across cross-functional teams.

• Up to 20% travel may be required for client engagements, on-site onboarding support, and internal meetings.

• Ability to manage standard office demands, including extended periods of computer use, virtual meetings, and documentation activities.

• Operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring flexibility, organization, and responsiveness.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$116,300 - $193,900

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Remote work

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