Lead Pharmacist, Specialty Drug Strategy & Cost of Care

Blue Shield of CA; Lodi (CA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA seeks a Pharmacist, Principal to lead and oversee specialty drug strategies across the pharmacy and medical benefit, driving affordability, access and member experience.

The role reports to the Director, Pharmacy COHC & Specialty Drug Management and requires California RPh license, PharmD, and strong leadership in pharmacy programs, networks, and vendor partnerships. Hybrid workplace with in-office presence two days per week.

Qualifications

• Requires a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Oversee specialty pharmacy networks, limited distribution drug access, specialty-at-retail initiatives, direct drug distribution partnerships, and specialty programs to improve affordability, access, quality, and member experience.
• Drive and implement cost of health care initiatives across the pharmacy and medical benefit.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams and collaborate with executive stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PharmD degree

Job description

Blue Shield of CA seeks a Pharmacist, Principal to lead and oversee specialty drug strategies across the pharmacy and medical benefit, driving affordability, access and member experience.

The role reports to the Director, Pharmacy COHC & Specialty Drug Management and requires California RPh license, PharmD, and strong leadership in pharmacy programs, networks, and vendor partnerships. Hybrid workplace with in-office presence two days per week.