AmeriCorps - Pharmacy Advocate

Benefits
We Offer Outstanding Benefits:

• Biweekly Living Stipend: $760.00
• Education Award: $7,395.00
• Meaningful Community Health Experience
• And much more!

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Legacy Community Health is pioneering a future where pharmacy services transcend traditional boundaries to meet real community needs. As an Ameri Corps Pharmacy Advocate, you'll be instrumental in addressing social determinants of health, helping increase patient knowledge and access to vital pharmacy services. This role is pivotal in connecting patients with affordable medications, promoting health literacy, and transforming health outcomes for individuals and families within the community.

Ameri Corps is a Federal Program that connects Americans with Community Services in Health, Public Safety, etc.

Join a collaborative team committed to removing barriers, enabling healthier lifestyles, and embracing innovative healthcare approaches. With opportunities for growth and development, including potential loan repayment programs, this position is more than just a job – it's a chance to impact lives and shape the future of community healthcare.

The session begins on September 1, 2025. Must commit to completing the 1700-hour requirement by August 31, 2026. This is a Temporary Position;
Eligible for renewal for future Ameri Corps sessions.

• Utilize health information technology, including electronic health records (EHRs) and pharmacy management systems, to streamline workflows and enhance communication.
• Provide technical support for medication counseling, refill requests, and medication delivery services.
• Educate patients on the use of self-monitoring devices, enhancing their ability to manage health conditions at home.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to identify patients at risk of non-adherence and offer personalized support.
• Increase patient awareness of medication and insurance assistance programs, guiding them through the application process.
• Support pharmacy's preventative health initiatives through patient education on immunization, smoking cessation, and weight loss.
• Organize brainstorming sessions to generate creative solutions for inventory and logistical challenges.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and educational experiences to enhance pharmacy services.
• Foster relationships with local healthcare providers and community leaders to maximize impact and share best practices.
• Engage with the Legacy Community Health Corps, connect community members to primary and preventive healthcare services, and educate on all services offered by Legacy.
• Represent Legacy's Ameri Corps Program and be prepared to assist in disaster response and recovery when needed.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience with EHRs preferred.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Above average organizational skills and strong typing and computer skills.
• Discretion in managing confidential and sensitive information.

With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way.

At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact.

Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

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