Senior Pharmacist: Formulary & Strategy Leader

Highmark Health; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Inc. is seeking a senior pharmacy professional to lead formulary development and utilization management initiatives. You will monitor FDA approvals and drug pipelines, develop monographs for committee review, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

The role collaborates with internal teams and external partners to advance pharmacy programs. Qualifications include a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and active pharmacist licensure.

Qualifications

• BS Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Registered Pharmacist (state-agnostic) license required.
• Board certification in pharmacotherapy/geriatric preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulary and utilization management strategy initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for prescription drug benefits and formulary policies.
• Collaborate with analytics and vendors to generate real-world evidence for pharmacy strategy.

Skills

Managed care

Communication

MS Office

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

Highmark Inc. is seeking a senior pharmacy professional to lead formulary development and utilization management initiatives. You will monitor FDA approvals and drug pipelines, develop monographs for committee review, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

The role collaborates with internal teams and external partners to advance pharmacy programs. Qualifications include a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and active pharmacist licensure.