What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern Priority Health Medicare Quality Pharmacy position at Corewell Health?
This is a full time Summer 2025 internship that will run May through August. Time off will be accommodated to complete the 3-week summer IPPE required by pharmacy school.
There is the opportunity to extend the training and maintain an as needed status through December.
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Medicare Quality pharmacist, the pharmacy intern will engage Priority Health Medicare members to improve medication adherence to cholesterol, diabetic, and antihypertensive drugs for Star rated medications. In addition, the pharmacy intern may complete a comprehensive medication review (CMR) and document clinical information in the Medication Therapy Management (MTM) platform that is compliant with CMS requirements.
Essential Functions
- Utilize motivational interviewing skills to identify and address barriers to medication adherence
- Educate members on disease state and medication
- Educate members on Medicare Part D benefits and drug coverage to increase understanding and improve member experience
- Coordinate with other health plan staff to improve health outcomes. This may include, but is not limited to, identifying and addressing Social Determinants of Health
- Engage with providers and pharmacies
- Identify and recommend operational improvements
- Participate in internal meetings and collaborate with internal partners on organizational goals
- Prepare and deliver presentation on pharmacy related topics
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude when interacting with members and providers
- Perform other duties assigned by the Manager of Medicare Quality or preceptor
Qualifications
Required
- Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy
Preferred
- 1 year of relevant pharmacy experience
- 1 year of community pharmacy experience
- Entering third year of pharmacy school August 2026
- Experience with motivational interviewing techniques and open-ended questions
- Able to attend onsite meetings with leadership or a Health Fair on occasion
About Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Priority Health - 1231 E Beltline - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
PH - Clinical Pharmacy - Government ProductsEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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