Clinical Program Pharmacist Principal- REMOTE

Lensa; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 124,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Principal Clinical Program Pharmacist to oversee clinical product strategies and ensure competitive offerings. This remote role involves collaboration with various departments and regulatory oversight, requiring a PharmD and relevant experience in clinical settings.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in clinical or managed care settings.
• Current pharmacist license in good standing with State Board of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage complex clinical product initiatives.
• Gather and analyze market information and clinical guidelines.
• Coordinate and implement new products and process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Team-oriented Mindset

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

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Job Posting Title

Clinical Program Pharmacist Principal - REMOTE

Job Description

The Principal Clinical Program Pharmacist is responsible for implementing the strategy and developing clinical product(s). This role is responsible for keeping the product(s) competitive by understanding market problems, executing the product roadmap, and maintaining clinical criteria. The role requires routine interaction with leadership regarding the product strategy and collaboration with other departments to ensure the strategy is executed effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage complex clinical product initiatives including clinical criteria.
• Gather, analyze, and synthesize market information, clinical guidelines, and member claims data to support clinical product management initiatives, products, and strategies.
• Coordinate, launch, and implement new products, product enhancements, and process improvements across all stakeholders.
• Represent the Clinical department as a strategic partner during customer requirement sessions.
• Responsible for regulatory oversight (URAC/NCQA, CMS, state law) and external representation of the department.
• Validate the accuracy of clinical product information and setup; may include user acceptance testing of applications and programs.
• Establish and maintain cross-functional partnerships with leaders to drive informed decisions and successful execution of initiatives.
• Collaborate routinely with client partners as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Degree.
• Current pharmacist license in good standing with State Board of Pharmacy.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in retail, hospital, clinical, or managed care settings, including at least 2 years in a clinical or managed care setting.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Additional Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience working in regulated environments.
• Ability to work in ambiguous roles with undefined parameters.
• Exceptional communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines.
• Developing process efficiencies.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cross-departmental collaboration.
• Broad experience or exposure to the Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) industry.

Physical Demands

• Constant sitting, handling, talking, and hearing.
• Frequent reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Employees must comply with security responsibilities, legal, regulatory, and internal policies.

Estimated salary range: $124,000 - $211,000 based on experience and skills.

For benefits and additional compensation details, visit our Benefits Page.

Prime Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse candidates to apply. We welcome applicants with various backgrounds and abilities, including those requiring reasonable accommodations.