Pharmacist I

Job Description

In this role, you will utilize your clinical skills to conduct utilization management reviews, including prior authorizations, coverage exceptions, and quantity limit exceptions. You will work independently within a team of pharmacy professionals to achieve monthly quality and productivity goals. The position is considered for potential long-term employment, with contracts evaluated every six months for extension.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utilization management reviews, including prior authorizations, coverage exceptions, and quantity limit exceptions.
• Work independently among a team of pharmacy professionals.
• Meet monthly quality and productivity goals.

Essential Skills

• Two years of experience in retail, managed care, or clinical pharmacy.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science Pharmacy degree.
• Current pharmacist license in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy where the position is located.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Drive to deliver results orientation.
• Motivated self-starter who does not need constant direction or feedback.
• Ability to make clinical decisions independently.
• Flexibility to change and resourcefulness.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) or Case/Care Management experience preferred.
• Retail experience highly preferred over hospital experience.
• Proficient with learning new computer systems and basic IT troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Ability to type 35+ WPM.

Work Environment

This is a fully remote work-from-home position, available in any state except California, Hawaii, or Virginia. Core business hours are Monday through Friday, with newer employees typically starting between 9-9:30 AM CST. Candidates should plan for a full-time schedule plus overtime during peak seasons, typically December through April. Training is conducted Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CST, over 10-12 weeks, and consists of instructor-led sessions, videos, worksheets, and practice cases.