Clinical Pharmacist
3 days ago
Richardson
Clinical Pharmacist (Texas-Licensed) Medicare CCM + 50-State Pharmacy/DME Licensing Lead $125,000+ DOE Company: The Wellness Company (TWC) / Wellness Care (Medicare Chronic Care Management Program) Location: On-Site, Richardson Texas. Occasional travel as needed. Role Summary We are seeking a Texas-licensed Pharmacist to deliver high-touch, consultative medication services for Medicare patients enrolled in Wellness Care’s Chronic Care Management (CCM) program and to lead the licensing roadmap to build a national 50-state pharmacy and durable medical equipment (DME) operation. This is a clinical + operator role: you will directly impact patient outcomes while building the regulatory foundation for national scale. Key Responsibilities A) Medicare CCM Clinical Pharmacy Services (Patient-Facing) Medication reconciliation and optimization: • Perform comprehensive medication reconciliation across all prescribers, pharmacies, and patient-reported products (Rx, OTC, supplements)., • Identify and resolve discrepancies (duplicates, omissions, incorrect dose/frequency, outdated therapies, drug-drug and drug-supplement interactions)., • Flag high-risk medications and age-related risks (falls, sedation, bleeding, anticholinergic burden) and recommend safer alternatives when appropriate., • Provide clear counseling on expected side effects vs. red-flag symptoms requiring urgent evaluation., • Recommend practical mitigation strategies (dose timing, food/hydration guidance, OTC support where appropriate) and define escalation pathways., • Assess adherence barriers (cognition, dexterity, access, cost, regimen complexity) and implement individualized adherence plans., • Recommend refill synchronization, reminder systems, and packaging solutions (when available)., • Recommend monitoring parameters (vitals, symptom checks, lab follow-up where clinically relevant) and coordinate follow-ups with the care team., • Document interventions and outcomes in the patient record to support continuity of care and CCM requirements., • Own and execute the 50-state pharmacy licensure strategy (nonresident pharmacy registrations, renewals, and change filings)., • Develop and maintain a master licensing tracker (state requirements, fees, timelines, renewal calendars, responsible parties, and documentation repository)., • Partner with Legal/Compliance to draft and maintain required policies and SOPs (patient counseling standards, complaint handling, recalls, record retention, QA/QC)., • Coordinate facility readiness for inspections (controlled substances policies where applicable, security controls, temperature logs, inventory management, recordkeeping)., • Lead the regulatory build for DME operations, including state supplier requirements and documentation needed for audits and accreditation pathways as applicable., • Collaborate with Operations and Technology to ensure workflows support compliance (documentation fields, counseling logs, audit trails, role-based access controls)., • Create training materials for care coordinators and support staff on medication workflows, documentation standards, and safety escalations. Success Metrics • Reduction in medication list discrepancies and resolution of high-risk therapy issues within defined service levels., • High patient satisfaction with pharmacist consults (CSAT/NPS) and measurable adherence improvements (refill consistency, reduced gaps)., • On-time completion of priority state licenses and renewals; inspection readiness supported by a complete SOP library and evidence logs., • Operationally usable licensing tracker and compliance cadence adopted across teams (clear owners, timelines, and audit readiness). Required Qualifications • Active, unrestricted Pharmacist license in Texas (required)., • Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure in all 50 states (company covers fees and administrative costs; you must complete CE and application requirements)., • PharmD or BS Pharm from an accredited program., • Experience supporting older adults and chronic disease patients; strong competency in polypharmacy risk management., • Excellent patient and caregiver communication skills, including senior-friendly counseling., • Strong documentation habits and comfort working in structured clinical workflows (EHR/CRM)., • Highly organized operator with the ability to manage multi-state licensing projects and deadlines. Preferred / Bonus Qualifications • Active pharmacist licenses in additional states., • Experience with Medicare populations, MTM, transitions of care, CCM/RPM support, or long-term care pharmacy., • Prior involvement in pharmacy licensing, audits, inspections, or compliance program buildout., • Familiarity with DME workflows, supplier compliance, and/or accreditation processes (helpful but not required)., • Experience collaborating with providers on therapy optimization and deprescribing initiatives. Benefits & Support • Company-paid costs for multi-state licensure and required administrative filings., • High-impact role with growth potential into clinical leadership, pharmacy operations leadership, or compliance leadership., • Collaborative cross-functional environment (Clinical, Ops, Compliance, Legal, and Technology). How to Apply Submit your resume with a short note that includes: (1) Texas license number/status and any additional active state licenses; (2) your experience with Medicare/chronic care patients; and (3) any pharmacy operations, licensing, or compliance experience.