Clinical Instructor/Clinical Pharmacist

Position Summary: The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice is seeking a full-time position of Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist in the Medicaid Services Group. This group provides services for the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS). Duties Responsibilities: Oversee pharmaceutical manufacturer contracting process for the universal preferred drug list. Manage the Drug Utilization Review Program; including developing reports on each DUR topic, presenting data at the DUR. Meeting and ensuring all annual reports are completed and submitted to CMS Provide prior authorization services for the Illinois Medicaid Fee-For-Service program, which includes: assuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness of drug therapy for prior authorization requests, consulting with medical staff with respect to recommendations for improved patient medical therapy, interpreting drug-related information when requested, documenting communications with providers, and developing policy. Conduct one-on-one academic detailing to Medicaid prescribers, which includes: recruiting prescribers, and conducting educational outreach visits. Met with leadership team in Springfield weekly to prioritize project management. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.