Senior Director, Pharmacy

Centene Corp.; California; On-site; USD 185,700 - 352,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Centene Corp. is seeking a Senior Director of Pharmacy to manage pharmacy operations across multiple markets. The role involves developing pharmacy benefit management programs, analyzing utilization, and leading pharmacy staff.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s or advanced pharmacy degree, significant clinical pharmacy experience, and leadership skills. The position offers a flexible work schedule with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD. from an accredited institution.
• At least 6 years of clinical pharmacy care experience required.
• Must have 1 year of experience managing a pharmacy program.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy operations for multiple products.
• Develop and implement pharmacy benefit management programs.
• Analyze drug utilization and financial reports.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy care

Pharmacy benefit management

Staff management

Cost analysis

Provider education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.

6+ years of clinical pharmacy experience

Managed care experience

Job description

## Senior Director, PharmacyApplylocations: Remote-CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 1642187You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.**Position Purpose:** Manage all aspects of pharmacy operations in two markets with multiple products. Perform duties to develop, direct and implement a pharmacy benefit management program. Aid in formulating and administering related organizational policies and procedures, including pharmacy service quality, pharmacy utilization management and achievement of Company goals for pharmacy and medical programs. * Establish the strategic vision, objectives and policies and procedures for the pharmacy program in support of the Corporate strategic vision for multiple plans and markets.* Plan, direct and implement pharmacy activities for multiple plans and products.* Act as the pharmacy contract administrator for the development and implementation of key contracts and ensure that relevant performance standards are met by vendors.* Participate in external accreditation initiatives for multiple plans and products.* Manage and analyze operating costs and participate in preparing materials needed for budget planning or special initiatives.* Generate, review and analyze drug utilization, utilization management, financial and other ad-hoc reports, records and directives. Confer with staff to obtain data required for planning work function activities.* Review statistical analysis in support of recommendations and/or decision making for policies and operational procedures.* Maintain daily communication with plan management relative to each market and product.* Manage pharmacy department staff to assure adequate coverage and support in multiple locations and for multiple products.* Support provider education initiatives such as counter detailing and incentive programs in multiple markets.**Education/Experience:** Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or advanced pharmacy degree (PharmD., M.S.) from an accredited college of pharmacy. 6+ years of clinical pharmacy care experience. 1+ years of experience managing a pharmacy program. Managed care, retail or hospital pharmacy experience required. Thorough knowledge of pharmaceutical care and pharmacy benefit management practices. Previous management experience including responsibilities for hiring, training, assigning work and managing performance of staff. **Licenses/Certifications:** Current Pharmacist license. Ability to receive license in additional states as required. Valid driver's license.Pay Range: $185,700.00 - $352,500.00 per yearCentene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act