Utilization Management Pharmacist (temp-to-hire)

Judi Health, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Judi Health, LLC is seeking a Utilization Management Pharmacist to promote safe, effective medication use. This remote role reviews prior authorizations, supports clinical programs, and provides expert guidance to members, providers, and pharmacies in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

The position requires knowledge of managed care or PBM, strong communication and documentation skills, and flexibility to work after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree required (B.Pharm or PharmD).
• At least 6–12 months in prior authorization or utilization management.
• 2+ years of pharmacy practice experience.
• Experience in managed care or PBM networks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in high-volume settings.
• Availability for after-hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Review and decide on prior authorizations and appeals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and internal rules.
• Document clinical decisions per URAC/NCQA standards.
• Provide empathetic support to members, prescribers, and pharmacies.
• Stay current with clinical guidelines and regulatory changes.
• Protect patient privacy per HIPAA; report fraud, waste, abuse.
• Assist leadership with projects and process improvements.

Skills

Prior Authorization

Utilization Management

Pharmacy Practice

Managed Care

Communication

Writing

Organization

Prioritization

After-Hours

Education

Pharmacy degree (B.Pharm or PharmD)

Job description

Remote

Judi Health is a health technology company providing benefit administration solutions to employers, unions, health plans, and government entities. Judi Health replaces fragmented, outdated systems with the industry's first Unified Claims Processing architecture, seamlessly consolidating pharmacy and medical benefit administration on a single, secure platform. By delivering true price transparency, eliminating unnecessary middleman fees, and leveraging advanced AI-powered care delivery, Judi Health helps clients achieve unprecedented operational efficiency and service levels.

At Judi Health, we're deploying the infrastructure our country needs to deliver the healthcare we all deserve. We are the intelligence platform powering benefits plans for millions of Americans and proudly leading the next generation of care. To learn more, visit www.judi.health .

Position Summary:

The Utilization Management Pharmacist plays a vital role in promoting safe, effective, and appropriate medication use. This position is responsible for reviewing prior authorization requests, supporting clinical programs, and providing expert guidance to members, providers, and pharmacies. The role combines clinical decision-making with a strong focus on service excellence in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Review and make timely, evidence-based decisions on prior authorizations, appeals, and override requests using clinical guidelines and benefit criteria.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and internal regulations across Commercial, Exchange, Medicare, and Medicaid plans.
• Accurately document clinical decisions and maintain thorough records in accordance with regulatory and accreditation (URAC/NCQA) utilization review standards.
• Provide clear, empathetic support to members, prescribers, and pharmacies by responding to clinical inquiries via phone, demonstrating professionalism, active listening, and a patient-centered approach.
• Stay current with clinical prescribing guidelines, internal policies, and regulatory changes, and apply them to daily responsibilities.
• Follow all internal procedures, job aids, and HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy and data security.
• Identify and report potential fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Support training and development of new and existing team members as needed.
• Assist leadership with special projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 months to a year of prior authorization or utilization management experience
• Bachelor’s or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
• Minimum of 2 years of pharmacy practice experience
• Experience in managed care or pharmacy benefit management (PBM)
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, metric-driven environment
• Availability to work after hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule

Preferred Qualifications:

• Call center experience

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Remote, US Salary Range

$125,000 - $130,000 USD

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, knowledge, skills, and location of the job.