Production Pharmacist

Description As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Production Pharmacist to join our award-winning specialty pharmacy team.

About Ardon Health

At Ardon, we are passionate about our mission to inspire people and improve lives through the delivery of high-quality, compassionate healthcare services. Our innovative work environment in Portland, Oregon, centers around uplifting collaboration with our employees as we care for patients. Our commitment to cultivating talent and fostering growth within our organization keeps Ardon ranked among the top 100 companies to work for in Oregon.

• Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Oregonian in 2021, 2022, and 2023* Our specialty pharmacy Our state-of-the-art specialty pharmacy provides medications that are often used to treat complex or rare conditions. We deliver services to enhance the patient experience within the comfort of their home. We remove barriers to care and provide patients with the education, clinical care and supportive services they need on their treatment journey. We work to build trusted relationships and to be a resource where patients can turn for help.
  
  

What It’s Like To Work With Our Team

Our progressive work environment embodies the notion that life is meant to be shared and lived well, through hard work, compassion, and camaraderie. Together, we enjoy team meals and celebrate events and company milestones. Employees like to relax in our lounge equipped with amenities that promote wellness and fun. We volunteer to support patient advocacy organizations within our community. Our employee-run DEI Group is dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

To learn more about our team and what we do, watch our video at https://vimeo.com/320864889.

Join us!

Do you want a dynamic career opportunity where you can make a difference? Explore the potential of your pharmacy experience in an elevated role.

We are recruiting a Production Pharmacist to join our team of health care professionals. The Production Pharmacist participates in the functions of the pharmacy operational process, completing prescription order verification and assisting in the production workflow. The Production Pharmacist provides clinical pharmacy services to the company and consumer through the appropriate evaluation of physician orders as well as safe and effective dispensing of medications, supplies, and administration equipment. The Production Pharmacist may supervise the activities of pharmacy support personnel, as well as quality control and performance improvement procedures.

Job type: Full-time

Pay range: $127,878.71 - $163,044.23 annually, depending on experience. Actual pay is based on qualifications. Applicants who do not exceed the minimum qualifications will only be eligible for the low end of the pay range.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible PTO and paid company holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) match
  
  

Essential Functions And Activities

• Reviews and interprets physician orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and effectiveness.
• Detects therapeutic incompatibilities and advises interventions.
• Uses available resources to gather information on drugs, equipment, and patient monitoring.
• Completes quality control check on prescriptions ensuring all policies, procedures, and laws are followed.
• Assists in the maintenance and cleaning of pharmacy work areas, and the completion of quality control and performance improvement procedures as requested by the PIC.
• Possesses specialized skills to accept, check, and answer questions concerning prescriptions.
• Acts as a resource to physicians, referral sources, and other Ardon employees regarding potential adverse reactions and interactions related to drugs dispensed.
• As a clinical expert, the production pharmacist stays knowledgeable of current clinical issues, industry practice standards, safety concerns, and accreditation standards and incorporates them into daily practice.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of the care delivered to consumers and of drug prescriptions as described in policies and procedures and as mandated by individual state Board of Pharmacy requirements.
• Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians' workflow as appropriate and verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals.
• Completes assigned paperwork/document as directed in a timely manner.
• Calls physician’s offices for clarification on any orders or prescriptions written by the physician, and obtains all information to ensure efficient, accurate, and safe dispensing of medications to the patient.
• Establishes and maintains effective professional relationships with prescribers.
• Enforces all state, federal, and local laws pertaining to drug dispensing and patient information, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Possesses communication skills to work effectively with all internal and external customers.
• Works well with various personalities and able to work as a team.
• Reports errors to supervisor as soon as possible, and within the same business day.
• Is responsible for facility and pharmacy area security and oversight of pharmacy technicians and support staff, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Obtains certifications and pharmacist licensure in additional states as requested to meet business needs.
• Remains dependable and maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality.
• Possesses the ability to recognize needs of and express concern for people.
• Actively participates and provides support as needed to leadership and quality program staff to ensure activities related to the company’s quality management program and quality improvement activities maintain priority focus and are effectively executed. This may include but is not limited to activities that promote objective and systematic measurement, monitoring, and evaluation of services and defined Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) that may result from such efforts.
• Maintains active Oregon license. Informs supervisor within 1 business day (and Oregon Board of Pharmacy within 10 days) of any arrests, convictions, suspected or known violations of law, or any other conduct that might affect or has affected license status. Reports to Oregon Board of Pharmacy within 15 days any changes to name, residence address, or employment.
• Notifies supervisor within 1 business day of any changes to pharmacist licensure status in any other state where a pharmacist license is held.
• Complies with the company’s Human Resources policies, Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and all department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company, employee, and customer information; attending work punctually and regularly; and adhering to good safety practices in all activities.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Additional/non-essential Functions And Activities

• Performs or supports administrative tasks as needed.
  
  

Position Specifications

• Education/Experience:
• Required:
• Degree from college of pharmacy
• Active Oregon Pharmacist license
• Preferred:
• Four to six years related experience working in a pharmacy.
• One or more years related experience working in a specialty pharmacy.
• Physical and mental functions and activities
• Maintains continuing education requirements.
• Must be able to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to express oneself, detect, perceive, observe, and assess information exchanged in a variety of communication methods.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with computer applications.
• Must be able to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory as it relates to patient disease states and medication therapy.
• Must be able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Working conditions
• Work is performed in a pharmacy environment, with extensive keyboard and computer work.
• Standing, bending and light lifting required
• Business needs may occasionally require work in excess of 40 hours per week, including work outside of standard work week.
• Contact with Others
• Internally with Ardon employees across multiple departments.
• Externally with patients, prescribers, and prescriber agents
  

Our Ideal Candidate Has

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate in a team setting.
• Proficiency in standard workplace software and/or information management applications.
• Prior experience working in a pharmacy or healthcare setting.
• Ability to navigate computer applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of pharmacy benefit investigation, prior authorization support, and patient financial assistance connection.
• Prior experience working with physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals.
  
  

Ardon Health seeks to allow equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual identification or orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.