Purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Manager: Medical Tariffs and Pharmaceuticals, the successful incumbent is accountable for the review of treatment protocols and drug-related development.
The role provides input in the conceptualisation, planning and implementation of treatment protocols and guidelines in line with the scope of practice for a pharmacist.
Key Performance Areas Pharmacology Treatment Protocol Development Evaluate scientific evidence in order to select appropriate drugs to support protocol development. Assess the effectiveness of new treatments. Utilise evidence-based clinical and research data to create drug utilisation related programs that improve patient quality of life. Patient Safety and Quality Assurance Analyze utilization patterns and inform on best practice. Identify prescription related problems drug/drug interaction, allergies, under or over-dosages Provide input to the drug utilization and drug monitoring program. Provide Input to Pharmacy Benefit Design Assist in the development of a drug formulary or approved medication list for the Road Accident Fund. Create a RAF participating' pharmacy list. Provide input in medical tariffs. Policy Review and Implementation Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures and processes. Keep up to date with effective policy and practice execution strategies. Stakeholder Management Engage with relevant stakeholders (Professional Bodies) on a regular basis to keep up with industry updates. Ensure stakeholder awareness and buy-in on the new protocols being developed. Work in progress to be presented to the RAF team in order to get input. Provide concrete and specific guidance to the clinical research project on cost effective and responsible drug use. Reporting Collect relevant statistics to inform future decisions Provide input to the compilation of monthly reports. Ensure processes are in place to have accurate and timeous information on drug utilisation. Perform administrative duties as and when required. Qualifications and Experience B.
Pharm degree or equivalent. Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council, as a Pharmacist. Certificate in Evidence Based training (PTCMA) OR Health Technology Assessment Training (HTA) will be advantageous. Relevant 5 - 7 years' experience as a pharmacist of which 2 years must have been within a Medical Aid / Managed Healthcare environment. With experience working with ICD 10 codes, CPT codes and NAPPI codes. Experience working within South African regulatory bodies. Technical and Behavioral Competencies Required Resilience. Network and alliance. Employee engagement. Ethics and values. Change management. Critical and innovative thinking Policy conceptualisation and formulation. Risk Management. Stakeholder development and relations. Reporting. Knowledge and understanding of developing guidelines and policies related to treatment protocols Strong research analysis skills. Strong understanding of evidence-based medicine. Knowledge of Health technology assessment measures. Ability to work as part of the clinical research team. Knowledge of the National Health Act, RAF Act, and other health related legislation such as the Medical Scheme's Act, etc. Knowledge of Health Technology assessment measures. Knowledge of health standards. Knowledge of RAF legislation. Knowledge of CMS standards and procedures. NB: "RAF offers Total Employment Cost packages with no additional contributions from the Employer, successful candidates are required to structure their packages in a manner that will suit their needs".
