Remote Manager, Clinical Pharmacy Operations

Centene Corp.; California; Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Centene Corp. is seeking a Manager of Clinical Pharmacy Operations to develop and manage clinical pharmacy tools and programs that support drug utilization and cost containment across regions.

The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Pharmacy, 1–3 years in formulary development or DUR, plus four years in managed care with at least two in management, and strong public speaking skills. This remote role requires leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited school.
• 1–3 years clinical pharmacy experience including formulary development and drug utilization review.
• Four years progressively responsible positions within managed care pharmacy with at least two in management.
• Public speaking experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs clinical pharmacy activities through staff to improve care and cost-effectiveness.
• Develops and maintains clinical programs: QA, formulary, DUR, compliance.
• Coordinates clinical efforts with other departments for cohesive programs.
• Monitors QA and ensures programs meet Medicare Star/HEDIS standards.
• Oversees recommendations for Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee.
• Keeps programs updated with evidence-based practice for safe, effective coverage.
• Manages administration of the pharmacy benefit.
• Acts as liaison to external agencies and providers.
• Performs other duties and ensures policy compliance.

Skills

People leadership

Managed care

Clinical pharmacy operations

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Job description

Centene Corp. is seeking a Manager of Clinical Pharmacy Operations to develop and manage clinical pharmacy tools and programs that support drug utilization and cost containment across regions.

The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Pharmacy, 1–3 years in formulary development or DUR, plus four years in managed care with at least two in management, and strong public speaking skills. This remote role requires leadership and cross-functional collaboration.