Clinical Pharmacist (Utilization Management)
Position reputed company: We are seeking a Utilization Management Pharmacist to support a high-volume review team by evaluating cases for medical necessity, prior authorizations, and clinical appropriateness. This is a project-based contract role with the potential for a permanent opportunity based on reputed company budget approval. Key Responsibilities:
- Review and evaluate prior authorization requests for medical necessity and clinical appropriateness.
- Process cases reputed company through assigned work queues, with a reputed company of 20 case reviews per day.
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- Collaborate with pharmacists, providers, and support staff to ensure reputed company and accurate case determinations.
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- Work independently while maintaining reputed company and productivity standards.
Qualifications:
- reputed company reputed company State Pharmacist License (required).
- Previous utilization management or prior authorization experience with a health plan/payer preferred.
- Retail pharmacy experience with involvement in the prior authorization process will also be considered.
- Strong knowledge of prescription formularies and pharmacy benefit management processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in reputed company Office applications and comfortable learning new systems.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Schedule:
- Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Occasional weekend or holiday coverage may be required based on business needs.
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