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clinical pharmacist infusion des moines

The University of Iowa

<div><p>The University of Iowa Health Care/Mission Cancer + Blood, part of the University of Iowa Health Care, is seeking a full-time <b>Clinical Pharmacist</b> to join our team. This pharmacist role provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care, primarily supporting patients at the Mission Cancer + Blood - UI Health Care infusion centers and clinics. It will provide functional supervision of technician and support staff and provide clinical support, medication order review and verification, education, and monitoring for patients receiving therapy at the infusion center. It will also provide remote clinical and operational pharmacy services for other offsite locations. This pharmacist position is located in the Des Moines, Iowa area location(s) and may include weekend and holiday hours on a rotating basis.</p><p>
Selective candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000</p><p><b>
Position Responsibilities:</b></p><div>
1. Patient Care-Participating in the Provision of Pharmaceutical Care<br>
The pharmacist provides care to patients by:<br>
<ul><li>Reviewing medication orders, monitoring therapy, and evaluating chemotherapy protocols and treatment plans within the electronic medical record to ensure appropriateness.</li><li>Providing patient education on chemotherapy regimens, supportive care medications and appropriate medication use via in-person communication or virtual platforms</li><li>Preparing, checking and dispensing medications, including sterile compounds and hazardous drugs when performing duties on-site.</li><li>Utilizing IV workflow technology to inspect and verify compounded sterile products.</li><li>Working with a multidisciplinary team to address patient needs and prevent adverse drug events.</li><li>Documenting all patient care activities and interventions in the electronic medical record which can be done through virtual means or on-site.</li><li>Adherence to all regulatory requirements, including applicable state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards, ensuring compliance at all times. This includes appropriate upkeep of continuing education, university compliances, and department competencies regardless of work location.</li></ul></div><div>
2. Facilitates Operational Initiatives Which Lead to Enhanced Patient Care Services<br>
The clinical pharmacist must assume the role of patient advocate for all issues associated with drug therapy. Participation in hospital-wide programs intended to improve care (e.g., the Medication Use Evaluation Program and Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting Program) serves as a valuable quality-of-service surveillance tool and promotes healthcare provider education. This may include:<br>
<ul><li>Addressing medication system issues and ensuring medication safety which may require remote review, data analysis and collaboration with healthcare teams.</li><li>Participating in hospital-wide quality programs and audits.</li><li>Supporting medication-related problem-solving and prescriber education through in-person and/or virtual consultations.</li><li>Contributing to the development of protocols related to appropriate prescribing, dispensing, and monitoring of medications administered in the infusion suite or therapy that is prescribed to the patient for home use.</li><li>Supporting sterile compounding operations by providing functional supervision of staff that work in and access the compounding area(s), primarily on-site with some incorporation of remote oversight where applicable.</li></ul></div><div>
3. Provides Educational Services :<br>
An important responsibility of the clinical pharmacist is the education of students, fellow staff, other healthcare providers, and patients about drugs and their appropriate use. This may include:<br>
<ul><li>Educating staff, healthcare teams, and patients about medication use.</li><li></li></ul></div><p>4. Participates in Research:<br>
The clinical pharmacist participates in research activities as appropriate, including providing support for Investigational Drug Service prescriptions and orders. Precepting pharmacy resident research and the presentation and/or publication of research findings are encouraged.</p><div>
5. Other:<br>
<ul><li>Complete all required competencies and educational requirements regardless of work location.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned, applicable to work setting and desired workflow.</li></ul></div><p><b>
Complete and maintain compliance with all competencies and educational requirements.</b></p><p><b>
Pay Level: PK45 </b><b>https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan</b></p><br>
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<div><p><b>Education Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree.</li></ul><p><b>
Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy practice residency OR 2 years&rsquo; experience in a complex multi-disciplinary healthcare environment.</li><li>Current licensure in good standing by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy is required upon hire.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with others.</li><li>Job related experience with and/or commitment to service excellence.</li></ul><p><b>
Desired Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Oncology experience is desirable.</li><li>Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY2 Oncology residency is highly desirable.</li><li>Board certification in oncology is highly desirable.</li><li>Job-related experience with sterile compounding, USP 797, and USP 800 is desirable.</li><li>Immunization certification is desirable.</li><li>Experience providing customer service in a professional manner.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Position and Application details:</b></p><p>
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a &ldquo;Relevant File&rdquo; to the submission:</p><ul><li>
Resume</li><li>
Cover Letter</li></ul><p>
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.</p><p>
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.</p><p>
For additional questions, please contact Brenna Ballo at brenna-ballo@uiowa.edu</p></div></div><p></p>

Clinical Pharmacist - Infusion (Des Moines)

<div><p><b>Join Our Team at the University of Iowa Health Care!</b><br>
The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Pharmaceutical Care, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Oncology Pharmacy Specialist for our Des Moines Pharmacy. This pharmacist position will be located at 110 East Court Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa. The pharmacist will provide in-person and remote services for patients receiving hematology and oncology pharmaceutical care services throughout the Des Moines area. They will provide clinical support, education, coordination of dispensing, and monitoring for patients receiving specialty medications. The pharmacist serves as a role-model/practitioner-educator for Doctor of Pharmacy students and pharmacy residents and carries out clinical practice responsibilities for the Department of Pharmaceutical Care.</p><ul><li><b>
Patient Care - Participate in the provision of pharmaceutical care in select clinics:</b><ul><li>
Be present in clinics when patients are scheduled to see the clinical pharmacist and when clinical pharmacy services are required.</li><li>
Complete a comprehensive patient assessment including medication history, pertinent physical assessment, and assessment of relevant laboratory values, patient interview, and an evaluation of past medical history for appropriate patients.</li><li>
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, other health care providers, and patients as a member of the interprofessional team to achieve positive outcomes through optimal medication use and management.</li><li>
Provide disease state management and medication therapy management services through the use of collaborative practice agreements and protocols.</li><li>
Provide in-depth patient medication assessment and education.</li><li>
Provide follow-up of therapeutic recommendations through telephone calls and return clinic appointments as appropriate.</li><li>
Identify, evaluate and prevent adverse drug events through appropriate interventions.</li><li>
Communicate therapeutic recommendations to the health care providers verbally and/or through electronic health record documentation.</li><li>
Document relevant clinical information in electronic medical record.</li><li>
Coordinate medication-planning activities including facilitation of prescription writing, patient education, coordination with family members or home health care providers, etc.</li><li>
Collaboratively address financial issues to ensure receipt of needed medications.</li><li>
Provide drug information and education to health care professionals.</li><li>
Serve as liaison for ambulatory pharmacy staff regarding patient medication therapy.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Evaluate patient-specific medication regimens to ensure the appropriateness of the following:</b><ul><li>
Indication</li><li>
Correct dose</li><li>
Route of administration</li><li>
Drug-drug, drug-food, drug-lab, or drug-disease-state interactions</li><li>
Efficacy of therapy</li><li>
Adherence to therapy</li><li>
Dose adjustments for organ dysfunction</li><li>
Adverse drug reactions</li><li>
Potential drug misuse or abuse</li><li>
Use of the most cost-effective therapy</li><li>
Availability of medications on the UI Health Care (if applicable)</li><li>
Complete patient follow-up calls to address side-effects/adherence.</li><li>
On an infrequent and rotating basis, provide 24-hour, 7 days a week on-call coverage for Ambulatory Care Specialty Pharmacy Clinical Services.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Residency Training and Student Teaching Programs:</b><ul><li>
Develop goals and objectives for pharmacy residency programs and Doctor of Pharmacy advanced pharmacy practice and introductory pharmacy practice experiences.</li><li>
Prepare and administer pharmacy student and / or resident performance evaluations.</li><li>
Participate in the formal experiential training and didactic teaching required to conduct the pharmacy residency programs and Doctor of Pharmacy advanced pharmacy practice and introductory pharmacy practice experiences</li><li>
Participate in recruiting activities for pharmacy residency programs.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Provide daily communication and follow-up to other clinical pharmacists, pharmacy areas, and other health care professionals as needed.</b><ul><li>
Provide in-service education to pharmacists as needed.</li><li>
Provide in-service to members of the health care team as needed.</li><li>
Assist physicians, nurses, and patients with medication questions, medication access and continuity of care issues.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Documentation of patient care activities in accreditation compliant manners:</b><ul><li><b>
C</b>linical services and patient care activities in the electronic medical record.</li><li>
Patient assessment and therapeutic plan recommendations.</li><li>
Medication errors into standard reporting system.</li><li>
Adverse drug reactions into standard reporting system.</li><li>
Patient allergies and height/weight information as needed.</li><li>
Medication counseling provided to patients.</li><li>
Interventions with prescribers and other health care providers.</li><li>
Clinic and follow-up telephone encounters.</li><li>
Others as required.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Develop and provide new department clinical service initiatives:</b><ul><li>
Be a resource to staff for after-hours issues in oncology clinic patients.</li><li>
Develop or contribute to the development of protocols related to appropriate prescribing, dispensing and monitoring of specialty medications.</li><li>
Provide a leadership role in department or interdisciplinary hospital committees involved with drug therapy issues.</li><li>
Develop or contribute to the development of drug information resources and practice guidelines that are available hospital wide to foster cost effective, rational prescribing.</li><li>
Design, implement, and coordinate development of the clinical components of the pharmacy or hospital wide information systems.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Administration:</b><ul><li>
Coordinate therapeutic decision-making when there is a paucity of literature or experience for reference.</li><li>
Serve as the primary reference source on new drug therapy advances in the specialized area of practice.</li><li>
Identify and resolve significant/highly unusual patient drug therapy problems.</li><li>
Develop and coordinate completion of clinically oriented departmental goals.</li><li>
Develop policies, procedures, and clinical reference documents relevant to the clinical applications of new therapies.</li><li>
Manage and analyze events related to medication errors &ndash; including participation in formal multi-disciplinary sentinel event review teams.</li><li>
Assist in evaluations assessing the clinical skills of professional staff.</li><li>
Interview and evaluate prospective professional pharmacy practitioners.</li><li>
Adhere to all department policies and procedures.</li><li>
Contribute to the department budgetary process by reviewing, designing, implementing, and monitoring budget initiatives that address hospital wide or unit specific issues.</li><li>
Participate in the implementation and monitoring of new programs developed either by the Department or through another means (e.g., P&amp;T Committee).</li></ul></li><li><b>
Quality Improvement:</b><ul><li>
Provide a leadership role in university committees involved with drug therapy.</li><li>
Perform quality assurance monitoring of services.</li><li>
Develop educational programs to certify the clinical competence of pharmacists and improve the technician understanding of medical conditions being treated.</li><li>
Completion and upkeep of university, department of pharmaceutical care, and specialty pharmacy competencies and CE requirements.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Other:</b><ul><li>
Conduct research in area of expertise and present/publish results at professional meetings or in professional journals.</li><li>
Consistently demonstrate the WECARE values and Service Excellence culture of UI Health Care.</li><li>
Complete and maintain compliance with all competencies and educational requirements.<br>
</li></ul></li></ul>
<div><ul><li><b>Education Requirements:</b><ul><li>
Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree</li><li>
Eligibility for or current license by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners is required prior to start</li></ul></li><li><b>
Experience Requirements:</b><ul><li>
Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy practice residency OR 2 years&rsquo; experience in a complex multi-disciplinary healthcare environment with an oncology focus.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.</li><li>
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills are required.</li><li>
Job-related experience with and/or commitment to service excellence is required.</li><li>
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.</li></ul></li><li>
D<b>esired Qualifications:</b><ul><li>
Satisfactory completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency in Ambulatory Care or Oncology is highly desirable.</li><li>
Active board certification in an applicable Pharmacy Specialty is highly desirable.</li><li>
Experience in inpatient or outpatient oncology pharmacy is highly desirable.</li><li>
Able to work independently, prioritize multiple stakeholders and tasks, manage details and deliver results in an environment with competing demands.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with others.<br>
</li></ul></li><li><b>
Position and Application details:</b><ul><li>
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a &ldquo;Relevant File&rdquo; to the submission:<ul><li>
Resume</li><li>
Cover Letter</li></ul></li></ul></li></ul><p>
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.</p><p>
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.</p><p>
For additional questions, please contact Teresa Walker at Teresa-Walker@uiowa.edu</p></div></div>

Oncology - Clinical Pharmacy Specialist-Des Moines, IA Pharmacy

USA TODAY Co.

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The Iowa City Press-Citizen/press-citizen.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a news reporter to produce enterprise and watchdog work focusing on government accountability, public safety and growth and development in Iowa City and Johnson County, Iowa. This is a fast-paced position at a daily, digital-first news outlet.
<br>This reporter will monitor the workings of city and county government and public safety but will focus on developing enterprise relevant to readers’ lives.
<br>Iowa City, home to the University of Iowa, and its suburbs are one of the fastest-growing metros in Iowa. This reporter will keep residents up to date on breaking news, plans for housing and amenities. Database, Spanish language and video skills are a plus.
<br>This reporter is expected to consistently break exclusive news and to post stories, photos and video quickly and accurately across platforms: mobile, desktop and social media. Source development, from public officials to community activists to small business owners and citizens, is critical to the beat.
<br>This reporter will be called up to contribute, as needed, to the Des Moines Register and others in the USA TODAY Network, including USA TODAY. The successful applicant will work on a four-journalist team, which includes a news reporter, a photojournalist, a sports reporter and an editor. They will be included in Des Moines Register and national training opportunities.
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
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<li>Use metrics and analytics to determine how to best reach and grow the audience.</li>
<li>Increase digital audience engagement and grow digital subscriptions.</li>
<li>Be courageous about experimentation.</li>
<li>Be a team player who likes to collaborate with coworkers.</li>
<li>Apply innovative, creative thinking to support the company’s goals.</li>
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<b>Requirements:</b><br>
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<li>Bachelor's or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li>
<li>Two years of experience in journalism writing and reporting or substantial internship or fellowship experience.</li>
<li>Understanding of metrics, social media and SEO.</li>
<li>Solid news judgment.</li>
<li>Self-motivation and self-direction.</li>
<li>Top-notch planning, organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.</li>
<li>Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct.</li>
<li>This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.</li>
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Enterprise and Watchdog Reporter

MH/DS of the East Central Region

<p><b>GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:</b><br/>This position supports individuals with disabilities in accessing services and making informed choices about long-term supports. The Disability Services Navigator utilizes the Science of Hope and person-centered planning to deliver services such as Information and Assistance, Options Counseling, HCBS System Navigation, and Service Coordination of Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS). The role ensures that individuals are connected to appropriate resources and empowered in planning their own paths forward. Work includes in-person, online, and telephonic system navigation.</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></p><p>&middot; Conduct intakes and complete eligibility documentation for services, including assessments and social histories.</p><p>&middot; Provide current information and assistance on available community opportunities and services.</p><p>&middot; Draft funding requests and monitor service authorizations and needs.</p><p>&middot; Determine initial and ongoing eligibility, maintaining records and making referrals as needed.</p><p>&middot; Support clients in accessing identified services to maximize self-determination.</p><p>&middot; Assist in applying for local, state, or federal benefits for clients and families.</p><p>&middot; Coordinate and monitor Individual Service Plans, including facilitating transitions and service terminations.</p><p>&middot; Advocate for clients and facilitate Interdisciplinary Team planning.</p><p>&middot; Deliver person-centered Options Counseling, including interviews, eligibility screenings, and support planning.</p><p>&middot; Participate in HCBS System Navigation and Medicaid Administrative Claiming activities.</p><p>&middot; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with service providers, law enforcement, judicial systems, and other partners.</p><p>&middot; Attend meetings, trainings, and conferences relevant to disability services and navigation.</p><p>&middot; Perform other related duties as assigned.</p><p><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</b></p><p>&middot; <b>Knowledge of:</b></p><p>&middot; Federal and state assistance programs that support individuals with disabilities.</p><p>&middot; System navigation and eligibility requirements for LTSS and HCBS programs.</p><p>&middot; <b>Ability to:</b></p><p>&middot; Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>&middot; Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.</p><p>&middot; Solve problems and think critically in support of client needs.</p><p>&middot; Work independently and as part of a team.</p><p>&middot; Follow oral and written instructions and resolve conflicts.</p><p>&middot; Use relevant technology and maintain computer literacy.</p><p><b>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</b></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with at least 30 semester hours in a human services field (e.g., psychology, social work, counseling, education, nursing) and one year of experience delivering services to individuals with disabilities. Must possess a valid driver&rsquo;s license, reliable transportation, and adequate liability insurance.</p><p><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT:</b></p><p>This role may involve a mentally stressful environment but poses minimal risk of physical injury. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility as needed. Travel is required. The position may require prolonged sitting or driving and light to moderate physical activity. This position will mainly be serving the Des Moines, Louisa, and Muscatine County areas.</p><p><b>DISCLAIMER:</b></p><p>This job description does not list all duties. Employees are expected to follow additional instructions and perform other job-related duties as required. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Eastern Iowa Disability Alliance MHDS of the ECR DAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $56,430.40 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Iowa City, IA 52240</p>

Disability Services Navigator

University of Iowa

<div>
 The Department of Pharmaceutical Care is seeking a full-time
 <strong>
  Pharmacy Support Services Specialist
 </strong>
 to join our Specialty Pharmacy team. The Support Services Specialist provides prescription support services for patients to assure effective and efficient delivery of health care. This position requires strong computer skills, a high level of attention to detail, accurate documentation skills, strong organizational and problem solving skills, a general knowledge of hospital and prescription billing practices, and excellent customer services skills. This position will work closely with other staff within the hospital to support specialty pharmacy medication adherence management (management of patient refill coordination), complete routine pharmacy billing activities, and assist with shipping issues. This position is located off the main campus at our ACT Building in Iowa City.
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  Duties To Include
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   Patient Adherence Management
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    Manage refill services for select patient populations in accordance with department policies and procedures.
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    Communicate via phone and electronically with patients, pharmacist, providers and other health care team members regarding patient adherence issues.
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    Monitor and manage inventory activities related to patient prescription needs.
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    Provide accurate documentation of all patient interactions/assessments as required by accrediting agencies, payers and/or administration.
   </li>
  </ul>
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   Enrollment of patients in specialty pharmacy services including:
  </li>
  <ul>
   <li>
    Communication with patient, pharmacist and/or provider to gather relevant demographic information, shipping and contact preferences.
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    Provision of appropriate enrollment and contact information.
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    Provides highest customer service experience for patients and providers.
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  </ul>
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   Communication/Training:
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    Understand the importance of effective business communication and maintaining professionalism in difficult situations.
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    Participate in orientation of pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, pharmacy residents and others within the department on pharmacy practices.
   </li>
  </ul>
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   Problem Resolution
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    Provide assistance with the resolution of shipment/delivery issues.
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    Communicate with providers, payors, patients, co-workers, supervisors and departments to resolve complex insurance issues.
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    Provide assistance to patients with billing and claim resolution issues.
   </li>
  </ul>
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   Provide documentation of all activities as required by accrediting agencies, payers and/or administration, including:
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    Workload statistics (enrolled/active patients, mail outs, etc).
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    Phone statistics.
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  </ul>
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   Assists with evaluation and implementation of new policy and procedures.
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    Participate in piloting new workflows/procedures.
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    Assist with preparing training and orientation materials for new procedures.
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    Assist with training and orientation of staff to new procedures.
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    Assist with specialty pharmacy service equipment modifications, reorganization, and additions to implement new policy and procedures.
   </li>
  </ul>
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   Other duties as assigned
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    Provide cross functional support to assist with communication and enrollment of patients into copay/coinsurance assistance and grant programs.
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    Provide cross functional support to assist with troubleshooting claim payments
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   </li>
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 Pay Level: 3A https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/professional-and-scientific-compensation/professional-and-scientific-job-classifications-pay
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   Education Requirements:
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    Completion of a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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    Iowa Board of Pharmacy registration as Pharmacy Trainee required prior to commencement of employment.
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    Successful completion of the pharmacy technician certification exam within one year of the start of employment.
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  </ul>
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   Experience Requirements:
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    Previous experience (typically 6-12 months) in support or customer service.
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    Experience and proficiency with computer software applications (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite &ndash; Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) or comparable programs.
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    Strong attention to detail and proven ability to gather and analyze data and keep accurate records.
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    Self-motivated with initiative to seek out additional responsibilities and tasks along with generating suggestions for improving workflow.
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    Effective verbal and written communication skills, active listening skills and the ability to maintain professionalism while handling difficult situations.
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    Demonstrate effective problem-solving abilities and meets challenges with resourcefulness.
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    Familiarity with medical terminology.
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   Desired Qualifications:
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    Experience working in a complex hospital system is highly desirable.
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    Experience working in a collaborative team environment is desirable.
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    Pharmacy experience is desirable.
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    Knowledge of healthcare billing, experience working with insurance and/or federal and state assistance programs is desirable.
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    Experience working with multiple technology platforms (i.e. Epic, GE) is desirable.
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 This position is eligible for a combination of remote work and in-person (hybrid) work within Iowa. To be eligible for the hybrid remote work option, staff must be working in the position for a minimum of 6 months, must have successfully completed all training requirements, and must be meeting or exceeding expectations as assessed in a formal performance review or by leadership. A work arrangement form will be required to be completed prior to the start of remote work. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
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   Classification Title: Support Services Specialist
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   Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
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   Schedule: Full-time
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Pharmacy Support Services Specialist (Hybrid) Offsite Integrated Pharmacy Services Center Campus

<div><div>The Department of Pharmaceutical Care is seeking a full-time <b>Pharmacy Support Services Specialist</b> to join our Specialty Pharmacy team. The Support Services Specialist provides prescription support services for patients to assure effective and efficient delivery of health care. This position requires strong computer skills, a high level of attention to detail, accurate documentation skills, strong organizational and problem solving skills, a general knowledge of hospital and prescription billing practices, and excellent customer services skills. This position will work closely with other staff within the hospital to support specialty pharmacy medication adherence management (management of patient refill coordination), complete routine pharmacy billing activities, and assist with shipping issues. This position is located off the main campus at our ACT Building in Iowa City.</div><div><b>
Duties to include:</b></div><ul><li><div><b>
Patient Adherence Management</b></div><ul><li><div>
Manage refill services for select patient populations in accordance with department policies and procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Communicate via phone and electronically with patients, pharmacist, providers and other health care team members regarding patient adherence issues.</div></li><li><div>
Monitor and manage inventory activities related to patient prescription needs.</div></li><li><div>
Provide accurate documentation of all patient interactions/assessments as required by accrediting agencies, payers and/or administration.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Enrollment of patients in specialty pharmacy services including:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Communication with patient, pharmacist and/or provider to gather relevant demographic information, shipping and contact preferences.</div></li><li><div>
Provision of appropriate enrollment and contact information.</div></li><li><div>
Provides highest customer service experience for patients and providers.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Communication/Training:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Understand the importance of effective business communication and maintaining professionalism in difficult situations.</div></li><li><div>
Participate in orientation of pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, pharmacy residents and others within the department on pharmacy practices.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Problem Resolution</b></div><ul><li><div>
Provide assistance with the resolution of shipment/delivery issues.</div></li><li><div>
Communicate with providers, payors, patients, co-workers, supervisors and departments to resolve complex insurance issues.</div></li><li><div>
Provide assistance to patients with billing and claim resolution issues.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Provide documentation of all activities as required by accrediting agencies, payers and/or administration, including:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Workload statistics (enrolled/active patients, mail outs, etc).</div></li><li><div>
Phone statistics.</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
A<b>ssists with evaluation and implementation of new policy and procedures.</b></div><ul><li><div>
Participate in piloting new workflows/procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Assist with preparing training and orientation materials for new procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Assist with training and orientation of staff to new procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Assist with specialty pharmacy service equipment modifications, reorganization, and additions to implement new policy and procedures.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Other duties as assigned</b></div><ul><li><div>
Provide cross functional support to assist with communication and enrollment of patients into copay/coinsurance assistance and grant programs.</div></li><li><div>
Provide cross functional support to assist with troubleshooting claim payments</div></li></ul></li></ul><p>
Pay Level: 3A https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/professional-and-scientific-compensation/professional-and-scientific-job-classifications-pay</p>
<div><ul><li><div><b>Education Requirements:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Completion of a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.</div></li><li><div>
Iowa Board of Pharmacy registration as Pharmacy Trainee required prior to commencement of employment.</div></li><li><div>
Successful completion of the pharmacy technician certification exam within one year of the start of employment.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Experience Requirements:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Previous experience (typically 6-12 months) in support or customer service.</div></li><li><div>
Experience and proficiency with computer software applications (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite &ndash; Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) or comparable programs.</div></li><li><div>
Strong attention to detail and proven ability to gather and analyze data and keep accurate records.</div></li><li><div>
Self-motivated with initiative to seek out additional responsibilities and tasks along with generating suggestions for improving workflow.</div></li><li><div>
Effective verbal and written communication skills, active listening skills and the ability to maintain professionalism while handling difficult situations.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrate effective problem-solving abilities and meets challenges with resourcefulness.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with medical terminology.</div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>
Desired Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Experience working in a complex hospital system is highly desirable.</div></li><li><div>
Experience working in a collaborative team environment is desirable.</div></li><li><div>
Pharmacy experience is desirable.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of healthcare billing, experience working with insurance and/or federal and state assistance programs is desirable.</div></li><li><div>
Experience working with multiple technology platforms (i.e. Epic, GE) is desirable.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is desirable.</div></li><li><div>
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.</div></li></ul></li></ul><div><b>
Position and Application details:</b></div><ul><li><div>
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a &ldquo;Relevant File&rdquo; to the submission:</div><ul><li><div>
Resume</div></li><li><div>
Cover Letter</div></li></ul></li></ul><div>
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.</div><div>
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.<br>
Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Teresa Walker at Teresa-Walker@uiowa.edu.</div><div><p>
This position is eligible for a combination of remote work and in-person (hybrid) work within Iowa. To be eligible for the hybrid remote work option, staff must be working in the position for a minimum of 6 months, must have successfully completed all training requirements, and must be meeting or exceeding expectations as assessed in a formal performance review or by leadership. A work arrangement form will be required to be completed prior to the start of remote work. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.</p></div></div></div><div></div>

<div><p>The Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) program at UI Health Care has an opening for a full-time <b>Clinical Documentation Specialist</b>. The primary purpose of Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) is concurrent review of the medical record to increase the accuracy, clarity, and specificity of provider documentation (Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists, ACDIS).</p><p>
Clinical Documentation Specialists bridge the gap between the providers and hospital coders to clarify at-risk documentation to ensure accurate claim submission (American Health Information Management Association, AHIMA). CDI chart reviews include:</p><ul><li><p>
New acute inpatient admissions to the facility</p></li><li><p>
Identifies and re-reviews high priority charts every two days or as needed</p></li><li><p>
Retrospective reviews for query identification, documentation clarification, denials, or quality measures.</p></li><li><p>
Completes quality reviews focused on CDI quality elements, such as Mortality, Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC), and other publicly reported patient quality or safety metrics (i.e., AHRQ Patient Safety Indicators)</p></li></ul><p>
When provider documentation is illegible, incomplete, imprecise, inconsistent, conflicting, or unreliable the Clinical Documentation Specialist is expected to communicate (i.e., query) with the provider to obtain the necessary information to clarify the medical record (AHIMA, 2014).</p><p>
The Clinical Documentation Specialist must hold a general proficiency within both the clinical and hospital coding skill sets. The Clinical Documentation Specialist provides the geometric mean length of stay (GMLOS) associated with the working DRG to identify the expected length of stay for acute inpatients.</p><p>
The successful candidate will have:</p><ul><li><p>
A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in nursing or a master&rsquo;s degree in nursing (MNHP or MSN)</p></li><li><p>
An Iowa nursing license</p></li><li><p>
Three years of recent inpatient nursing experience in a medical-surgical, and/or ICU setting, and/or recent work experience as a Clinical Documentation Specialist, CDI nurse, or healthcare quality professional with specific medical record review experience</p></li><li><p>
Must obtain CCDS (Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist) certification within 3 years of hire.</p></li><li><p>
Applicants must upload a current resume and a cover letter that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.</p></li></ul><p>
Initial training and onboarding will take place at the Healthcare Support Services Building (HSSB), 3231 Ridgeway Drive, located in Coralville, IA 52241. This position is eligible to participate in 100% remote work after the initial training and onboarding has been completed. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and the employee travel policy when working at a remote location.</p><p><b>
Job Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Establishes effective and collaborative relationships with members of the hospital community to improve accuracy and completeness of acute inpatient documentation, especially with providers, Health Information Management coding staff, hospital administration, and other patient caregivers.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrate knowledge of MS-DRGs, APR-DRGs, documentation opportunities, clinical documentation requirements, and inpatient quality/safety metrics.</p></li><li><p>
Consistently attends huddles or rounds on units, as directed by department leadership.</p></li><li><p>
Provides consistent education on clinical documentation opportunities, hospital coding and/or reimbursement issues, as well as performance improvement methodologies to all members of the hospital community.</p></li><li><p>
Conduct record reconciliation and communicates effectively with hospital coding staff to assign an appropriate working DRG.</p></li><li><p>
Documents appropriately in the 3M&copy; Clinical Documentation Improvement module.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of capturing all potential secondary diagnosis for coding purposes.</p></li><li><p>
Maintains thorough and current knowledge of clinical care and treatment of assigned patient populations to critically assess appropriateness of documentation.</p></li><li><p>
Comply with departmental standards regarding attendance, documentation, departmental workflows, continuous quality improvement and statistics, departmental policies and procedures, and the Code of Ethics.</p></li><li><p>
Effectively collaborates and respectfully communicates with fellow CDI team members, the hospital coding team, and quality-driven workgroups to ensure appropriate CDI practices and accurate application of coding/documentation principals.</p></li><li><p>
Actively participate in office and/or intradepartmental committees.</p></li><li><p>
Performs other projects or responsibilities as assigned.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Percent of Time</b>: 100% (full-time)</p><p><b>
Work schedule</b>: Some flexibility between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.</p><p><b>
Location</b>: Initial onboarding and training will be completed at the<b> </b>Healthcare Support Services Building (HSSB), located at 3231 Ridgeway Drive in Coralville, IA 52241. This position is eligible to participate in 100% remote work after the initial training and onboarding has been completed. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and the employee travel policy when working at a remote location.</p><p><b>
Salary level 5A. </b>Starting salary will be based on applicant qualifications and related/relevant experience.<b> </b>To view the full pay range for salary level 5A: Professional and Scientific Pay Structures | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa.</p><p><b>
Benefits Highlights:</b><b> </b>Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits.</p>
<div><p><b>Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in nursing or a master's degree in nursing (MNHP or MSN) is required.</p></li><li><p>
A current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required.</p></li><li><p>
Three years of recent (within the last 10 years) of inpatient nursing experience in a medical-surgical, and/or ICU setting, and/or recent work experience as a Clinical Documentation Specialist, CDI nurse, or healthcare quality professional with specific medical record review experience are required.</p></li><li><p>
Must obtain CCDS (Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist) certification within 3 years of hire.</p></li><li><p>
Professional written and verbal communication skills are required</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates the ability to provide effective education in a variety of styles, including formal presentations.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency with computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft applications) is required</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal communication is required.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated organizational, time management and problem-solving skills are required.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Desired Qualifications:</b><b>
</b></p><ul><li><p>Experience with performance improvement methodologies</p></li><li><p>
Experience improving and/or reviewing hospital quality/safety metrics</p></li><li><p>
Experience with data mining and/or data analytics</p></li><li><p>
Advanced certification (i.e., CCDS, CDIP, CPHQ)</p></li></ul><p><b>
Application Process:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a current resume and a cover letter</b> <b>that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.</b></p></li><li><p>
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on March 25, or on date of closing.</p></li><li><p>
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.</p></li><li><p>
Professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.</p></li><li><p>
This position is not eligible for University of Iowa sponsorship for employment authorization.</p></li><li><p>
For questions, contact Heidi Bodensteiner at heidi-bodensteiner@uiowa.edu.</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p>

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