Additional Information
Anticipated End Date:
2026-06-17
Position Title:
Pharmacist Clinical
Job Description:
Pharmacist Clinical
Location: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm EST and rotating weekends and holidays.
CarelonRx is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies providing unparalleled level of service in pharmacy benefits. By leveraging the power of new technologies, our strong, clinical-first lens and deep pharmacy expertise, we are actively defining our innovative role in the industry.
The Pharmacist Clinical is responsible for managing the selection and utilization of pharmaceuticals and supports core clinical programs such as DUR, DIS and formulary management.
How you will make an impact:
Researches and synthesizes detailed clinical data related to pharmaceuticals.
Prepares and presents therapeutic class reviews and drug monograph information to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
May review and approve or deny coverage for pharmaceuticals (as permitted by state/federal law or state/federal program contracts) based on medical necessity criteria, and coordinates with internal stakeholders or health plan medical directors as needed.
Serves as a clinical resource to other pharmacists on areas such as prospective, inpatient and retrospective DURs and provides dosage conversion and clinical support for therapeutic interventions. Prepares information for network physicians.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires BA/BS in Pharmacy.
Minimum of 2 years of managed care pharmacy (PBM) experience or residency in lieu of work experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Requires a registered pharmacist.
Current unrestricted Pharmacist license from the State of North Carolina required.
Preferred Capabilities, Skills and Experiences:
PharmD preferred.
Unless expressly allowed by state or federal law, or regulation, must be located in a state or territory of the United States when conducting utilization review or an appeals consideration and cannot be located on a US military base, vessel or any embassy located in or outside of the US, unless they are command-sanctioned activities.
For URAC accredited areas, the following professional competencies apply: Associates in this role are expected to have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills.
Job Level:
Non-Management Exempt
Workshift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Job Family:
MED > Licensed/Registered Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician
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