Staff Pharmacist - Accredo - Memphis, TN

Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company is seeking a Staff Pharmacist for our onsite Memphis, TN location. The role supports safe, accurate medication dispensing with a 1:30 PM–10:00 PM shift and an after-hours differential to enhance evening pay.

You’ll lead a team of technicians and uphold high standards in quality, safety, and patient care. The ideal candidate holds an active Tennessee pharmacist license, 1+ year of relevant experience, and strong clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee Pharmacist license in good standing.
• 1+ year pharmacist experience in retail, specialty, mail order, hospital, or fulfillment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate prescriptions.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient care, quality, accuracy, and service.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability to changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely dispensing while complying with regulations.
• Review orders, identify concerns, and apply clinical judgment.
• Oversee fulfillment operations for quality and efficiency.
• Provide guidance to pharmacy technicians and develop the team.
• Monitor therapies and suggest safety interventions.
• Resolve operational and clinical challenges with professional judgment.
• Promote workflow improvements and high-quality service.
• Maintain a safe, compliant pharmacy environment.
• Stay informed of current pharmacy practices and regulations.

Skills

Active Tennessee Pharmacist license

Pharmacist experience

Interpret prescriptions

Problem solving

Communication skills

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Adaptability

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy (ACPE)

Job description

Location: This position is onsite at our Memphis, TN location. Schedule: Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM. In addition to the base hourly rate, hours worked after 6:00 PM qualify for a shift differential, resulting in increased hourly pay. Make a Difference in Patient Care Join a team that is committed to helping people live healthier lives. As a Staff Pharmacist, you will play an important role in delivering safe, accurate, and timely medications to patients who depend on us. We are looking for a compassionate healthcare professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and is passionate about supporting both patients and colleagues. Your expertise will help drive quality, safety, and operational excellence every day.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely dispensing of prescription medications while maintaining compliance with pharmacy regulations and company standards.
• Review and interpret physician orders, identify potential medication concerns, and apply clinical judgment to support safe patient outcomes.
• Oversee fulfillment operations to maintain quality, efficiency, and accuracy across the dispensing process.
• Provide guidance and support to pharmacy technicians, helping develop a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Monitor medication therapies and recommend interventions when appropriate to promote patient safety.
• Resolve operational and clinical challenges by applying professional judgment, established procedures, and problem-solving skills.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance workflows, quality, and service.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant pharmacy environment while following infection control and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed of current pharmacy practices, regulations, and industry developments to support ongoing operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Active Tennessee Pharmacist (RPh) license in good standing.
• 1+ year of pharmacist experience in a retail, specialty, mail order, hospital, or fulfillment pharmacy setting.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and evaluate prescriptions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex situations and drive solutions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to patient care, quality, accuracy, and customer service.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to support changing business needs, including peak-volume periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program.
• Experience working in a fulfillment, specialty, mail order, or high-volume pharmacy environment.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or training pharmacy technicians and support staff.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

About Evernorth Health Services

Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.