Pharmacist (100% Remote, PBM, Entry-level)

Actalent; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of engineering and scientific services is seeking a Clinical Review Pharmacist for a fully remote role. This position involves conducting utilization management reviews and collaborating with other pharmacy professionals. Candidates should have a PharmD or equivalent, along with a pharmacy license and two years of relevant experience. Competitive pay at $55.00/hr and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in retail, managed care, or clinical pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utilization management reviews such as prior authorizations and coverage exceptions.
• Achieve monthly quality and productivity goals.
• Participate in team efforts with other pharmacy professionals.
• Complete training for specialized cases if opportunities arise.
• Cross-train in other departments such as Medication Therapy Management (MTM) or Call Center Counseling (CCC) if available.

Skills

Utilization management

Clinical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science Pharmacy degree

Current pharmacist license

Job description

Clinical Review Pharmacist

100% Remote | Contract-to-Hire | Benefits Options

Job Description

This role involves utilizing clinical skills to perform utilization management reviews, including prior authorizations, coverage exceptions, and quantity limit exceptions. You will be working independently but as part of a team of pharmacy professionals. Quality and performance are evaluated based on monthly goals. While all new pharmacists start on a contract basis, there is potential for long-term employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utilization management reviews such as prior authorizations and coverage exceptions.

• Achieve monthly quality and productivity goals.

• Participate in team efforts with other pharmacy professionals.

• Complete training for specialized cases if opportunities arise.

• Cross-train in other departments such as Medication Therapy Management (MTM) or Call Center Counseling (CCC) if available.

  Essential Skills

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science Pharmacy degree.

• Current pharmacist license in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy.

• Two years of experience in retail, managed care, or clinical pharmacy.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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