Job Description

　　Must be available full time between May 2024 to August 2024. You will have the opportunity to work on an as needed bases until December 2024, if desire to continue past August.

　　The Pharmacy Intern, under the direct supervision of a licensed Medicare Quality pharmacist, will engage with Medicare members to improve medication adherence to Medicare Star rated medications and support other quality measures.

　　Under the direct supervision of the Medicare Quality pharmacist, the pharmacy intern will engage Priority Health Medicare members to improve medication adherence to cholesterol, diabetic, and antihypertensive drugs for Star rated medications. In addition, the pharmacy intern may complete a comprehensive medication review (CMR) and document clinical information in the Medication Therapy Management (MTM) platform that is compliant with CMS requirements.

　　• Utilize motivational interviewing skills to identify and address barriers to medication adherence• Educate members on disease state and medication• Educate members on Medicare Part D benefits and drug coverage to increase understanding and improve member experience• Coordinate with other health plan staff to improve health outcomes. This may include, but is not limited to, identifying and addressing Social Determinants of Health. • Engage with providers and pharmacies• Identify and recommend operational improvements• Participate in internal meetings and collaborate with internal partners on organizational goals• Prepare and deliver presentation on pharmacy related topics • Maintain a positive and professional attitude when interacting with members and providers• Perform other duties assigned by the Manager of Medicare Quality or preceptor• Summer intern position will start after finals week and allow for 3 weeks off to complete the 3-week summer IPPE required by pharmacy school

　　Qualifications

　　Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy

　　Must able to attend onsite meetings with leadership or a Health Fair on occasion

　　1 year of relevant pharmacy experience, preferred

　　1 year of community pharmacy experience, preferred

　　Entering third year of pharmacy school August 2025, preferred

　　Experience with motivational interviewing techniques and open-ended questions, preferred

　　Primary Location

　　SITE - Priority Health - 1231 E Beltline - Grand Rapids

　　Department Name

　　PH - Clinical Pharmacy - Government Products

　　Employment Type

　　Full time

　　Shift

　　Day (United States of America)

　　Weekly Scheduled Hours

　　40

　　Hours of Work

　　8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

　　Days Worked

　　Monday to Friday

　　Weekend Frequency

　　N/A

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　　Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

　　Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

　　An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

　　You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

　　People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.