<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our client, a major PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Services) entity owned by 20 non-profit health plans serving >33 million members and benefits manager of government programs including Medicare and Medicaid, seeks an accomplished Pharmacist.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Certified Pharmacist</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> 100% Remote</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months contract w/ possibility of extension or conversion to FTE role (depending upon performance)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> $50/hr – $55/hr (W2)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong></p><ul><li>5 days per week, coverage required Monday through Sunday</li><li>Shift times vary between 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM</li><li>Training: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (4 weeks; camera required)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Must-Have Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Current and valid Pharmacist License (in good standing)</li><li>PharmD or RPh certification</li><li>Strong clinical pharmacy and drug product knowledge</li><li>Experience with prior authorization processes</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>Performs prospective and/or retrospective drug utilization review and appeals per State and Federal regulations. Participates in the distribution of clinical drug information and educates providers and staff regarding the use of pharmaceutical treatment regimens. Complies with all corporate and facility standard operating procedures, policies, guidelines, and work instructions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide prior-authorization services for formulary drugs</li><li>Develop programs to provide optimal pharmacy care to patients</li><li>Participate in drug utilization review programs and retrospective reviews of provider reimbursement</li><li>Recommend medication regimens to prescribers per plan guidelines</li><li>Collaborate with clinical personnel in assessing treatment guidelines</li><li>Ensure compliance with Federal and State laws and standards of pharmacy practice</li><li>Maintain pharmacy records and complete all required training and development courses</li><li>Participate in on-call rotation as required</li><li>Handle inbound and outbound calls to assist with medication reviews, product awareness, and prior authorizations</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Licensed Pharmacist</li><li>Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree</li><li>1+ year of pharmacy experience</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in Managed Care, PBM, or Health Plan environment</li><li>Strong communication and provider interaction skills</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact Info</strong></p><p>Sam Banga</p><p>www.ameritconsulting.com</p><p><br></p><p>I'd love to talk to you if you think this position is right up your alley, and assure prompt communication, whichever direction. If you're looking for rewarding employment and a company that puts its employees first, we'd like to work with you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Overview:</strong></p><p>Amerit Consulting is an extremely fast-growing staffing and consulting firm. Amerit Consulting was founded in 2002 to provide consulting, temporary staffing, direct hire, and payrolling services to Fortune 500 companies nationally; as well as small to mid-sized organizations on a local & regional level. Currently, Amerit has over 2,000 employees in 47 states. We develop and implement solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently, deliver greater customer satisfaction, and see a positive impact on their bottom line. We create value by bringing together the right people to achieve results. Our clients and employees say they choose to work with Amerit because of how we work with them - with service that exceeds their expectations and a personal commitment to their success. Our deep expertise in human capital management has fueled our expansion into direct hire placements, temporary staffing, contract placements, and additional staffing and consulting services that propel our clients’ businesses forward.</p><p><br></p><p>Amerit Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</p><p><br></p><p>This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state and federal laws.</p>