Pharmacist – Formulary & Drug Evaluation Specialist

ABC Benefits Corporation; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Blue Cross is seeking a pharmacist, nurse, or other clinical healthcare professional to apply pharmaceutical knowledge in a non-traditional clinical setting. You will prepare summaries for drug product submissions, conduct clinical and economic reviews, and interact with government and industry stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organizational and presentation skills, with extensive pharmaceutical knowledge and licensure in Alberta.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Nursing or equivalent healthcare profession.
• Minimum three years’ clinical practice experience with licensure in Alberta.
• Extensive knowledge of pharmaceuticals and study methodologies.
• Knowledge in pharmaco-economics and pharmaco-epidemiologic assessment is an asset.
• Strong clinical and presentation skills with commitment to customer experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Microsoft Access would be an asset.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and a desire for continuous learning.
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare summaries of select drug product submissions with clinical and economic review.
• Provide comparative insights to currently listed drug products.
• Interact with government and industry stakeholders.
• Provide scientific reviews specific to drug classes or medical indications.
• Complete projects to aid formulary management.
• Support the Alberta Health Expert Committee on Drug Evaluation and Therapeutics.
• Build partnerships while maintaining pharmaceutical expertise.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Pharmaceutical knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Nursing or equivalent healthcare profession

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Alberta Blue Cross is seeking a pharmacist, nurse, or other clinical healthcare professional to apply pharmaceutical knowledge in a non-traditional clinical setting. You will prepare summaries for drug product submissions, conduct clinical and economic reviews, and interact with government and industry stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organizational and presentation skills, with extensive pharmaceutical knowledge and licensure in Alberta.