Job Description Summary
Pharmacy manager position to join our infusion team to focus on Prior Authorization of infusion and clinic medications and entry of medication therapy plans in Epic. In this role, you will play a crucial part in oversight of a team of pharmacists and certified pharmacy technicians, who will evaluate medication requests, ensuring adherence to guidelines, and facilitate the prior authorization process.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC000605 CHS - Pharmacy - Ambulatory (Main)Pay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
Health-35Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
- Direct oversight of pharmacists and certified pharmacy technicians, including training and validation of team’s skillset to successfully complete the prior authorization process
- Review and evaluate medication requests in Epic to ensure compliance with established guidelines
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, payers, and pharmacy teams to facilitate the prior authorization process
- Communicate with patients and healthcare professionals to gather necessary information to successfully complete the prior authorization process
- Make informed decisions based on clinical knowledge and prior authorization criteria
Additional Job Description
Onsite position.
Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 7 years progressive work experience and 2 years management experience.
State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.
Must have active SC pharmacist licensure upon hire, or within 90-days of hire.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 7 years progressive pharmacy work experience
- 2 years management experience
- Active South Carolina pharmacist licensure upon hire or within 90 days
- Current AHA BLS or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification
- Experience entering medication therapy plans and managing prior authorizations in Epic
- Ability to supervise and train pharmacists and certified pharmacy technicians
- Onsite work (onsite position)
What We Do
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is a public academic health system founded in 1824 and based in Charleston, South Carolina. MUSC combines patient care (MUSC Health), medical education, and biomedical research to advance health statewide and beyond. The institution trains health professionals, conducts translational research, and delivers comprehensive clinical services across South Carolina.
