Humana

Staff Consultative Pharmacist

Pennsylvania, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Health Insurance, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Employment Type

Full time

Role Overview

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first. The Consultative Pharmacist 2 consults with patients, pharmacies, and providers to provide patient care in the form of optimal medication therapy. The Consultative Pharmacist 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action. To practice as a palliative care clinician for hospice patients, this role provides end-of-life pain and symptom management and improves patient’s quality of life.

Schedule

Monday through Friday 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM EST (1:30 PM – 10:00 PM CST) with a 4th weekend rotation.

Location

This will be a work-at-home opportunity based out of Pennsylvania or Tennessee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Consultations

  • Recommends appropriate pain and symptom management therapies based on patient-specific information.
  • Provides real-time collaboration with nurses to create a cost-effective medication care plan.
  • Focuses on medication misadventure prevention by providing education to nurses and caregivers.

Enhancing Patient’s Quality of Life

  • Advances patient care by documenting interventions for outcomes measures.
  • Maintains accurate patient profiles.
  • Verifies encounter information is complete before submitting to be transcribed/processed.

Quantity of Work

  • Produces quantity of work that is at or above the documented average.
  • Possesses excellent communication/interpersonal skills.

Professional Interaction

  • Possesses excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
  • Use your skills to make an impact.

Qualifications

  • Excellent communications skills.
  • Superior clinical assessment skills.
  • Strong commitment to patient care.
  • Proficient in general Microsoft Office.
  • Must meet minimum requirements for Humana’s WAH internet policy.

Education and/or Experience

  • PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy required.
  • Experience with hospice care preferred.

Travel

While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

$94,900 - $130,500 per year. This compensation range reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location, and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job-related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

Bonus Incentive

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and many other opportunities.

About Us

About Enclara Pharmacia

Enclara Pharmacia is the nation’s largest full-service hospice and palliative care Pharmacy Benefits Manager, offering compassionate and cost-effective services to our most vulnerable patients. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, Enclara works closely with hospice providers to reduce pharmacy costs, improve patient care, and support caregivers through digital innovations, flexible medication access, one-on-one clinical support, and excellent customer service.

About Humana

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers, and our company.

Skills

Clinical Consultations
Medication Therapy Management
Pain Management
Symptom Management
Patient Care
Medication Misadventure Prevention
Clinical Assessment
Microsoft Office
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills

Humana

Health insurance provider for seniors and military

About Humana

Humana provides health and well-being services, focusing on Medicare Advantage plans for seniors, military personnel, and communities. Their plans include HMO, PPO, and PFFS options, designed to improve health outcomes through comprehensive and flexible coverage. Humana's revenue comes from government contracts and member premiums, and they aim to maintain high renewal rates by offering quality service and competitive benefits. The company stands out by fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging among its employees, while also ensuring accessibility for all members, including offering free language interpreter services. Humana's goal is to deliver value to its members through an extensive provider network and innovative health solutions.

Louisville, KentuckyHeadquarters
1961Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Potential over-reliance on AI could disrupt operations if systems fail or are compromised.
Rising medical costs and tightening Medicare reimbursements may strain financial performance.
Leadership change with new CEO Jim Rechtin could lead to strategic disruptions.

Differentiation

Humana is a leader in Medicare Advantage plans, focusing on seniors and military personnel.
The company emphasizes inclusivity, offering free language interpreter services for accessibility.
Humana leverages AI and cloud technologies through a partnership with Google Cloud.

Upsides

Humana's investment in Healthpilot enhances digital enrollment for Medicare options.
The company is the first insurer to cover TMS therapy for adolescent depression.
Humana's focus on value-based care aims to improve outcomes for kidney disease patients.

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