Staff Pharmacist

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy is seeking a Staff Pharmacist for a full-time, on-site role in Tempe, AZ. You will dispense specialty medications, verify prescriptions, and counsel patients on therapy, side effects, and adherence.

Collaboration with prescribers and TRCs, plus support for prior authorizations, are key aspects of the role. The position emphasizes compliance with state and federal regulations, thorough documentation, and a strong commitment to patient-centered specialty pharmacy

Qualifications

• Pharmacist with PharmD/BS and AZ license in good standing.
• Experience with medication therapy management and drug utilization reviews.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws, insurance, prior authorization workflows, and specialty pharmacy operations.
• Experience with pharmacy management systems and EHRs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Commitment to patient safety and confidentiality.
• Experience in specialty/hospital/clinical settings preferred; board certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dispense specialty medications and ensure safe, accurate dispensing.
• Verify prescriptions and review patient profiles for clinical appropriateness.
• Counsel patients on medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies.
• Collaborate with prescribers and other healthcare professionals.
• Support prior authorizations and coordinate therapies within TRCs.
• Participate in quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Document consistently and maintain patient-centered workflows.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy skills

Medication therapy management

Drug utilization review

Prior authorization workflows

Communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety and confidentiality

Residency or board certification (nice

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Arizona pharmacist license in good standing

Tools

Pharmacy management systems

Electronic health records (EHR)

Data entry tools

Job description

Company Description

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy provides highly personalized care for individuals living with chronic, complex, and rare conditions that require specialty medications. Expert teams are organized into condition-specific Therapeutic Resource Centers (TRCs) that offer 24/7 clinical support, copay coordination, and proactive patient outreach. The organization collaborates closely with prescribers, employers, health plans, and pharmaceutical manufacturers to ensure access to vital therapies and improve treatment outcomes. As part of Evernorth Health Services and The Cigna Group, Accredo combines compassionate care with advanced data and analytics to help patients live healthier, fuller lives. Team members join a mission-driven environment focused on both clinical excellence and patient-centered service.

Role Description

The Staff Pharmacist is a full-time, on-site role based in Tempe, AZ, responsible for dispensing specialty medications and ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant pharmacy practices. Day-to-day responsibilities include verifying prescriptions, reviewing patient profiles, assessing clinical appropriateness, and counseling patients on medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies. The role involves collaborating with prescribers and other healthcare professionals, supporting prior authorizations, and helping coordinate therapies within Accredo's Therapeutic Resource Centers (TRCs). The Staff Pharmacist also participates in quality assurance, compliance with state and federal regulations, and continuous improvement of workflows and patient care processes. This position requires consistent documentation, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to patient-centered specialty pharmacy services.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and active pharmacist license in Arizona (or eligibility to obtain), with good standing in all relevant regulatory bodies.
• Strong clinical pharmacy skills, including medication therapy management, drug utilization review, and familiarity with specialty medications for chronic and rare conditions.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations, insurance and reimbursement processes, prior authorization workflows, and specialty pharmacy operations.
• Proficiency with pharmacy management systems, electronic health records, and basic data entry and documentation tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for counseling patients, collaborating with prescribers, and working in multidisciplinary teams.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical professional practice.
• Previous experience in specialty, hospital, or clinical pharmacy settings is preferred; residency training or relevant board certification is a plus.