Clinical Pharmacist Refill Authorization

Intermountain Healthcare; Midvale (UT); Remote; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a licensed pharmacist to join our Refill Authorization Pharmacy Team in a fully remote capacity. You will review medication orders, ensure safe therapy, and collaborate with care teams to optimize access to medications for primary care clinics across Intermountain.

The role emphasizes regulated compliance, quality improvement, and timely dispensing, with cross-training planned into Prior Authorization and Medication Assistance teams. A Doctor of Pharmacy or B.S.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or BS in Pharmacy from an accredited institution; education verified.
• Active pharmacy license in the state of practice (Utah, Colorado, Montana or Nevada).
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, safety and compliance requirements.
• Effective communication, people management and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders for allergies, duplications, and interactions; intervene to optimize use.
• Ensure safe, appropriate, cost-effective therapies and timely dispensing.
• Maintain regulatory training and documentation; comply with laws and policies.
• Identify improvement opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction and safety.
• Participate in meetings and support leadership initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Pharmacotherapy knowledge

Medication management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy or B.S. in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Description:Currently, we are not hiring remote workers in the following states: CA, CT, HI, IL, ME, MA, MN, NY, PA, RI, VT, VA, and WA.Please note that an on-camera filter-free video interview with Microsoft Teams will be required, as well as, onsite interviews and/or meetings.Schedule: Part-time (20 hours)Shift Details:Two schedule options are available:Two 10-hour shifts on Friday and Saturday, orOne 4-hour shift on Thursday and two 8-hour shifts on Friday and Saturday.Location: This is a fully remote position. Candidates for this role need to have an active Pharmacist license in Utah, Colorado, Montana or Nevada. Candidates outside of these states will not be considered.Benefits Eligible: Yes - Link to Benefit DetailsTop Candidates bring strong clinical pharmacy experience, advanced pharmacotherapy knowledge, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through medication management and patient-centered care.Join our Refill Authorization Pharmacy Team at Intermountain Health , where pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work collaboratively to ensure patients have timely access to prescribed medications. This fully remote team supports patient care by completing medication refill authorizations for primary care clinics across Intermountain. Future cross-training is planned with the Prior Authorization and Medication Assistance teams. If you enjoy focused, detail-driven work, strong teamwork, and making a meaningful impact on patient access to care, you’ll feel right at home on this team.Working within a collaborative pharmacy environment, you'll contribute to quality improvement initiatives, medication safety efforts, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.If you enjoy combining your clinical expertise with innovative pharmacy services that enhance access, affordability, and convenience for patients, we encourage you to apply. Your next opportunity starts here!What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.”If you are interested in learning more about this role or about Intermountain Health, click here to schedule time with me!Essential FunctionsReviews patients' medication order for allergy interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriateness of drug therapy, and drug- drug interaction. Makes appropriate evidence-based interventions to optimize medication use. Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective therapies and accurately dispenses medications.Oversees and/or participates in assuring appropriate medications are prepared and delivered timely to care areas and are stored both securely and appropriate for both stability and effective workflow.Completes all regulatory and compliance training and ensures documentation of regulatory requirements is clear and complete. Is knowledgeable and compliant with state and federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.Takes the initiative to solve problems including, but not limited to, equipment, maintenance, drug availability, staffing issues, and extraordinary patient care concerns.Identifies potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and takes appropriate actions. Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedbackSupports clinic or hospital and system directives, including clinical, compliance, business operations, standardization, and customer service.Supports local and enterprise pharmacy leadership initiatives.SkillsPharmacyPharmacy ServicesMedication ManagementPharmaceutical CareProject ManagementQuality ImprovementProblem SolvingFederal Pharmacy LawsState Pharmacy LawsQualificationsMinimumDoctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution (education verified).License to practice pharmacy in the state of practice and dispense controlled substancesCurrent knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy in the state of practice.Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.Immunization certification if applicable to practice site needsPreferred3 years of experience preferred.Retail pharmacy experience.Refill authorization experience.Previous experience working in an integrated healthcare delivery systemBoard CertificationHealth System ResidencyPhysical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.Location:Supply Chain CenterWork City:MidvaleWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:20The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$62.89 - $92.44We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.