STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Pharmacist (35 Hour)

Recruitment #180828-6190HC-001

Introduction

Within the Department of Public Health, Public Health Initiatives, Infectious Diseases, TB, HIV, STD & Viral Hepatitis Programs, this Pharmacist position will be responsible for the day to day operational functions of the Connecticut AIDS Drug Assistance Program (CADAP) in collaboration with the Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) contractor. Responsibilities will include managing the CADAP formulary, monitoring and reviewing client drug utilization reports, monitoring and auditing 30B pharmacies to ensure compliance with federal regulations, provides consultation to pharmacies, physicians, CADAP Advisory Board and stakeholders regarding appropriate use of pharmaceutical treatment regimens, including registration and validation of the CADAP pharmacy network, updates program policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal ADAP program guidelines.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Deb Lyons at Deborah.Lyons@ct.gov or (860) 509-7180.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In state facilities this class is accountable for providing patient drug therapies and services and pharmaceutical education and direction to clients, support staff and families.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Interprets physician’s prescriptions and determines appropriateness of medication’s indications for drug interactions and allergies; works with considerable independence under limited technical supervision to complete assignments and resolve problems; selects, compounds and dispenses drugs and other pharmaceutical products; instructs patients in use of medications and maintains patient drug profiles; maintains updated knowledge of drugs and pharmacy requirements; evaluates patient drug regimen, medical and laboratory data; researches medical literature and pharmaceutical databases to support drug therapy decisions; ensures compliance with established guidelines for use of high risk medications; reviews, assesses and maintains patient drug therapy profiles to comply with expected level of care; develops a corrective plan of action and communicates recommendations to physician in charge; evaluates medication distribution and administration system for accuracy and assesses real or potential failures of system and documents findings; provides technical training to pharmacy support staff in preparation, packaging, dispensing and delivery of medication and all daily pharmacy processes; maintains inventories and records on prescriptions, pharmacy requisitions, controlled drugs and expiration dates as required by law or pharmacy committee policy; participates on interdisciplinary teams and provides pharmacological input on review of patient care; participates in committees, conferences and seminars for purpose of maintaining professional skills and disseminating information in fields of pharmacology and pharmaceutics; may be required to assume responsibility for operation of pharmacy in absence of Pharmacy Supervisor; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of principles of pharmacy and pharmacology and application to operation of an institutional or hospital pharmacy; considerable knowledge of contemporary drug therapeutics; knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of pharmaceutical economics; knowledge of documentation, quality assurance and security requirements for HCFA, Joint Commission on Hospital Accreditation (JCOHA) and other accreditations and certifications; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; ability to conduct inservice training programs on proper care, dosage and administration of drugs; ability to negotiate with prescribing physicians to avoid adverse drug interactions and control expenses through use of generic alternatives; ability to impose adequate controls over supply, dispensing and flow of narcotics, depressants and stimulant drugs and alcohol.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain licensure as a Registered Pharmacist issued by the Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection in accordance with Connecticut General Statutes, Section 20-590.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in implementing the policies and procedures associated with the 340B Drug Discount Program, especially as they apply to the HRSA AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAP), including knowledge of 340B Program requirements such as prohibitions on diversion, duplicate discounts and double dipping.

• Experience with the Public Health Services HIV treatment guidelines, including knowledge of HIV drugs and their actions and interactions with other medications and experience consulting with physicians on appropriate drug therapy.

• Experience in retail pharmacy operations, pharmaceutical quality control and distribution control procedures, including knowledge of current prices of retail drug supplies and drug formulary management cost containment strategies.

• Experience with coordinating benefits with Medicare Part D, working with a network of pharmacies or a statewide pharmacy, adjudication of prescription claims, and reporting transactions to the Medicare Part D.

• Experience establishing and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of social service agencies, pharmacies and personnel, both internal and external, to effectively implement and communicate policies and procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class in some positions will be required to work overtime, on-call and rotating schedules.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Department of Public Health aims to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and advancement, fostering an environment committed to supporting individuals in all protected classes.  If you require an aid/accommodation to participate fully and fairly, please contact the Human Resources Office at (860) 509-7177.