The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sciences, and Health Outcomes Research (PSHOR) has an opening for a Pharmacist for the Peer Review Program. Peer Review for Psychiatric Medications Program is a State of Maryland Medicaid Program run by the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and based at the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center on the campus of Spring Grove Hospital Center in Catonsville, Maryland. The program serves over 4000 Medicaid clients.

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Pharmacy and Interacts with prescribers, child psychiatry consultants, community pharmacies, residential treatment centers, and physician office staff members to obtain patient information and educate them about the Peer Review Program. Interacts with the Medicaid vendor computer systems to authorize prescriptions.

Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement; the School conducts cutting-edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond.

BENEFITS:

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB employees are strongly encouraged to follow all CDC recommendations related to COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses. Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website.

UMB CORE VALUES:

Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity & Justice, and Innovation & Discovery

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY:

We believe every person brings with them unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives and we value these differences. One of our best opportunities to deliver a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and focused on equality is to hire candidates who share these values.

The successful candidate for this position will be able to describe and demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness as well as how they contribute to a respectful, positive workplace.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Reviews prior authorization documents and data from prescribers, such as medications/dosages, drug interactions, laboratory results, diagnoses/target symptoms for an approval of an anti-psychotic in children.
• Reviews patient medication profiles.
• Conducts drug utilization reviews.
• Provide monthly reporting to the Office of Medicaid.
• Monitor medication and dosages for adolescent patients.
• Interacts with prescribers and their representatives over the phone to provide information on prior authorization program.
• Complies with relevant Medicaid and Program policies and procedures regarding authorizations and communications.
• Perform other duties assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in pharmacy. Doctoral degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D) preferred.

EXPERIENCE: N/A.

SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE: N/A.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE: Current Maryland licensure in good standing to practice as a pharmacist or a federal district licensure where the work will be performed upon hire.

OTHER: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. NOTE: This position is considered essential to the daily operations within the School of Pharmacy (SOP) and Mental Health Program (PPS) to provide clinical services at the professional level focusing on medication use in patients.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively provide excellent customer service.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their indications, interactions, and potential side effects.
• Skill in the development of appropriate drug therapies.
• Knowledge of relevant accreditation and certification requirements.
• Relevant patient assessment skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.
• Knowledge of position requirements.
• Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE: ($) Commensurate with education and experience. ($114K - $121K)

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.