What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist Clinical position at Anthem?
The Pharmacist Clinical is responsible for managing the selection and utilization of pharmaceuticals and supports core clinical programs such as DUR, DIS and formulary management.
Location: This position is onsite Monday-Friday 10:30am-7:00pm in Altamonte Springs, FL
How you will make an impact:
· Researches and synthesizes detailed clinical data related to pharmaceuticals.
· Prepares and presents therapeutic class reviews and drug monograph information to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
· May review and approve or deny coverage for pharmaceuticals (as permitted by state/federal law or state/federal program contracts) based on medical necessity criteria, and coordinates with Elevance Health or health plan medical directors as needed.
· Serves as a clinical resource to other pharmacists on areas such as prospective, inpatient and retrospective DURs and provides dosage conversion and clinical support for therapeutic interventions.
· Prepares information for network physicians.
Minimum Requirements:
· Requires BA/BS in Pharmacy. Minimum of 2 years of managed care pharmacy (PBM) experience or residency in lieu of work experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Requires a registered pharmacist.
· Must possess an active unrestricted state license to practice pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh).
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:
· PharmD preferred.
