Clinical Pharmacist at Elevance Health

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Pharmacy BenefitsIndustries

Requirements

  • 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
  • Registered Pharmacist with an active unrestricted state license to practice pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh)
  • For associates working within Puerto Rico who are member or patient facing either in a clinical setting or in the Best Transportation unit, a current PR health certificate and a current PR Law 300 certificate are required
  • Must be located in a state or territory of the United States when conducting utilization review or appeals consideration (unless expressly allowed by state or federal law or regulation), and cannot be located on a US military base, vessel or any embassy
  • Candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from posting locations (Indianapolis, IN; Durham, NC; Overland Park, KS) will not be considered unless an accommodation is granted as required by law

Responsibilities

  • Manages the selection and utilization of pharmaceuticals and supports core clinical programs such as DUR, DIS and formulary management
  • 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
  • Reviews and approves or denies coverage for pharmaceuticals (as permitted by state/federal law or state/federal program contracts) based on medical necessity criteria, and coordinates with internal stakeholders 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

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy
DUR
Drug Utilization Review
Formulary Management
Therapeutic Class Reviews
Drug Monographs
Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
Medical Necessity Criteria
Dosage Conversion

Elevance Health

Integrated health services and digital platform

About Elevance Health

Elevance Health focuses on enhancing the health of individuals throughout their lives by evolving from a traditional health benefits organization into a comprehensive health partner. The company serves over 118 million people, providing support at every stage of health through an integrated approach that addresses a wide range of health needs. Their services are backed by advanced capabilities and a digital health platform that streamlines access to care. Unlike many competitors, Elevance Health emphasizes a holistic view of health, aiming to redefine health and improve community well-being. The ultimate goal is to make health improvements accessible to everyone.

Indianapolis, IndianaHeadquarters
1944Year Founded
$309.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance
401(k) + match
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Incentive bonus programs
Stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Wellness Programs
Financial education resources
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Dependent-care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
Parental Leave
Parental Transition Week
Critical Caregiving Leave

Risks

Departure of CFO John Gallina may create a gap in financial leadership.
Lawsuit against CMS over MA Star Ratings could lead to financial penalties.
CareBridge integration may face operational challenges, disrupting service delivery.

Differentiation

Elevance Health integrates whole health approach with digital health platform for comprehensive care.
Acquisition of CareBridge enhances home health services within Carelon division.
Strategic partnership with Clayton, Dubilier & Rice aims to innovate primary care delivery.

Upsides

AI integration in home health services can reduce hospital readmissions and improve outcomes.
Predictive analytics support early disease detection, aligning with Elevance's whole health approach.
Telehealth expansion offers opportunities to reach more patients remotely.

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