Remote Clinical Pharmacist

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability & HSA

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a 100% remote Pharmacist to perform final prior authorization reviews and ensure safe, compliant medication use across state and federal regulations. The role emphasizes MTM support, meticulous record-keeping for controlled substances, and remote collaboration with pharmacy teams.

The position requires an active pharmacist license, PharmD or BS, and experience with PA reviews in a pharmacy or clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Active pharmacist license in at least one US state.
• PharmD or BS in Pharmacy.
• Experience performing prior authorization reviews in pharmacy or clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations, including DEA and FDA requirements.
• Proficiency in pharmacy data entry and maintaining accurate medication and controlled substance records.
• Ability to supervise and review the work of pharmacy support personnel.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform final prior authorization reviews with high accuracy and clinical detail.
• Comply with state and federal drug laws and regulations (State Board of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA).
• Monitor nursing unit inspections and ensure medication storage/handling standards.
• Maintain complete records for controlled substances per regulatory requirements.
• Identify, remove, and document outdated or damaged medications from inventory.
• Supervise and review work of pharmacy support personnel for quality and compliance.
• Maintain current pharmacist registration and licensure in good standing.
• Stay informed about legislation and regulatory changes impacting pharmacy.
• Advise leadership on actions and policy updates.
• Support MTM activities for optimal patient outcomes.
• Data entry for prior authorizations, prescriptions, and records.
• Collaborate effectively in a remote setting with established workflows.

Skills

Pharmacist License

PharmD/BS in Pharmacy

Prior Authorization experience

Pharmacy laws & regs

Data entry & records

Supervise support staff

Attention to detail

Remote work capability

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy Software

EHR Systems

Job description

Job Title: 100% Remote Pharmacist

The Pharmacist performs comprehensive final prior authorization reviews and ensures safe, compliant medication use in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations. This role focuses on clinical and regulatory accuracy, supports medication therapy management activities, and maintains meticulous records for controlled substances while working in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform final prior authorization (PA) reviews with a high level of accuracy and attention to clinical detail.
• Comply with state and federal drug laws and regulations as set forth by the State Board of Pharmacy, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• Monitor nursing unit inspections and ensure adherence to medication storage and handling standards.
• Maintain complete and accurate records for controlled substances in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Identify, remove, and document outdated, expired, or damaged medications from pharmacy inventory.
• Supervise and review the work results of pharmacy support personnel to ensure quality and compliance.
• Maintain current pharmacist registration and licensure in good standing with the appropriate State Board of Pharmacy.
• Stay informed about existing and new pharmacy-related legislation and regulatory changes.
• Anticipate potential legislative impacts and advise leadership on necessary actions and policy updates.
• Support medication therapy management (MTM) activities as needed, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry related to prior authorizations, prescriptions, and pharmacy records.
• Collaborate effectively in a remote setting, following established workflows and documentation standards.

Essential Skills

• Active Pharmacist License in one or more of the following states: Oklahoma (OK), Indiana (IN), Kansas (KS), Pennsylvania (PA), Georgia (GA), or New Mexico (NM).
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree.
• Demonstrated experience performing prior authorization reviews in a pharmacy or clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations, including DEA and FDA requirements.
• Proficiency in pharmacy data entry and maintaining accurate medication and controlled substance records.
• Ability to supervise and review the work of pharmacy support personnel.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and reliably in a remote environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with medication therapy management (MTM) services.
• Remote or telepharmacy operations.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret legislation and regulatory updates.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for advising leadership and collaborating with team members.
• Comfort with using pharmacy-related software and electronic health record systems.

Work Environment

This is a 100% remote position that requires a dedicated, quiet, and secure workspace at home suitable for handling confidential health information. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend coverage as part of the regular shift pattern. Work is performed using computer-based pharmacy systems and electronic documentation tools, with an expectation of reliable internet connectivity and professional conduct in a home-office setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Remote, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Remote, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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