Clinical Review Pharmacist (100% Remote)

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to join our Utilization Management (UM) team. This position involves reviewing client-specific UM requests and conducting clinical evaluations while ensuring alignment with clinical intent. This remote role offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to transition from retail pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess client-specific UM requests such as formulary exceptions, prior authorizations, step therapy, and quantity limit exceptions.
• Conduct clinical evaluations using client-specific criteria and ensure decisions align with clinical intent.
• Provide consultation to healthcare providers or members regarding non-formulary and clinical product coverage issues.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistency in decision-making across the pharmacist team.
• Engage in regular communication with team members and supervisors through Teams messaging, phone, and video calls.
• Participate in structured touchpoints and training sessions.

Essential Skills

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree.
• Two years of work experience in retail, managed care, or clinical pharmacy.
• Current pharmacist license in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Motivated self-starter with strong results orientation.
• Proficient in making independent clinical decisions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) or Case/Care Management.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and learning new computer systems.
• Ability to type 35+ words per minute.
• Experience in retail pharmacy (e.g., CVS, Walgreens) preferred over hospital experience.

Work Environment

This is a 100% remote role, available to candidates residing in the U.S., excluding California, Hawaii, or Virginia. The position involves an 8-hour shift starting between 9-9:30 AM CST, with flexibility for overtime during peak seasons (November through May). Training lasts 11 weeks, with no time off allowed during this period. The team rotates weekend shifts and holidays, with schedules subject to business needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Eagan, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options. If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected] Apply tot his job Apply To this Job