Formulary Maintenance Specialist- Certified Pharmacy Technician

Maxor National Pharmacy Services, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pharmacy care solutions is seeking a dedicated Formulary Maintenance Specialist. This remote role involves supporting clinical pharmacists, maintaining formularies, and assisting pharmacy students. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, critical thinking, and a solid background in pharmacy. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a diverse culture and comprehensive benefits including mental health resources and a robust 401(k) plan. Your contributions will directly impact patient care and outcomes in a meaningful way.

Benefits

Comprehensive mental health resources

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Rx, dental, and vision benefits

Employer-matched 401(k) plan

Industry-leading PTO

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in pharmacy, PBM, or healthcare preferred.
• Licensed Pharmacy Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical pharmacists in building and maintaining formularies.
• Stay informed of drug recalls and provide daily updates.
• Organize schedules for pharmacy students and residents.

Skills

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

The Formulary Maintenance Specialist will support clinical pharmacists, administer and maintain formularies for pharmacy benefit management, and assist with the residency program and pharmacy students, as directed by the Formulary Operations Manager.

Position Location

This is a remote-based position within the Continental US.

Our Company

Maxor is an industry-leading pharmacy care solutions company dedicated to improving patient outcomes and lowering the total cost of care through clinically integrated pharmacy care solutions. We help health systems and hospitals strengthen their role as community hubs. Our offerings give patients access to vital medicines, treatments, and health services while creating pharmacy value for the system. From filling prescriptions for employees in our pharmacies to broader networks and limited distribution drugs, we provide the technology, relationships, and expertise to support pharmacy care.

Our teams optimize the pharmacy experience for patients, customers, employees, and members through customized pharmacy benefit offerings, access via home delivery and specialty pharmacies, and clinical and financial value with end-to-end pharmacy management solutions. With a legacy of service and deep clinical expertise, Maxor has been a trusted pharmacy partner since 1926.

Why Join Maxor?

At Maxor, we value our employees as our most valuable assets. We seek talented, mission-driven professionals committed to improving healthcare outcomes while ensuring their well-being. We offer meaningful work, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, diverse and inclusive teams, and limitless career growth.

With over 1,300 employees and nearly a century of pharmacy experience, we combine the stability of a Fortune 500 company with the innovation of a startup. Our impact extends beyond pharmacy services; we enable pharmacy care.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical pharmacists in building and maintaining independent formularies.
• Perform formulary comparisons against standards in collaboration with clinical pharmacists.
• Stay informed of drug recalls, new medications, and studies; provide daily updates to the pharmacy team.
• Organize and maintain schedules for pharmacy students and residents.
• Collaborate with the manager on the residency program.
• Support report generation for clinical pharmacy staff, including creating and formatting reports.
• Serve as liaison between clinical pharmacy staff and other departments such as IT, Customer Service, and Member Services.
• Assist with formulary coverage inquiries and drug reviews.
• Maintain prior authorization criteria and interact with physicians and staff regarding prior authorizations.
• Generate and maintain formulary lists and drug market information.
• Create, revise, and maintain departmental policies and documents.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating meetings, including preparing agendas and facilitating virtual meetings.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Report any allegations of misconduct to the Compliance Department.
• Comply with ethical and compliance policies, including maintaining eligibility on exclusion lists.
• Complete required training within established timeframes.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Licensed Pharmacy Technician required.

Experience: 5+ years in pharmacy, PBM, or healthcare experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Critical thinking
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and internet research
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Adaptability and multitasking skills
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology, drug names, indications, and therapeutic categories

We Offer

Maxor promotes a diverse, progressive culture with a work-from-home model and casual dress code. We encourage collaboration and innovation.

Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing resources
• Nationwide Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO with favorable plan design
• Company-paid life, AD&D, disability insurance
• Rx, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, FSA
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan
• Industry-leading PTO
• And more!

Apply today at https://www.maxor.com/careers/

Maxor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.