Pharmacist Resident

Premera Blue Cross • Mountlake Terrace, WA

304d • $43,200 - $90,000

About The Position

The Pharmacist Resident participates in planned clinical and administrative functions and learning experiences with program emphasis on developing proficiency in clinical skills, leadership, management, managed care pharmacy practice, quality improvement, and teaching, education, and dissemination of knowledge. The Resident will develop competencies, skills, and ability to apply drug therapy knowledge, becoming a managed care pharmacist clinician with diverse patient care, leadership and education skills who is eligible for board certification and postgraduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. During the year, the Pharmacist Resident will achieve professional competence in the delivery of patient care and managed care pharmacy practice. The Pharmacist Resident, with oversight of by preceptors, develops, implements, and communicates to internal and external stakeholders, and manages or assists in managing pharmacy initiatives, programs and services that ensure clinically appropriate and cost-effective use of medication that aligns with and supports Premera's corporate goals that are both clinical and financial goals. The individual will develop the skills necessary to work effectively across the company with multiple stakeholders, including Pharmacy, Medical Services, Care Management, Health Care Economics, Actuary, Quality, Product Services, and other departments and organizations.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy, or PharmD candidate eligible for graduation prior to the beginning of the residency year.
• Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in Washington State. Licensure must be obtained prior to October 31st of the residency year.
• Selection and assignment to Premera through the ASHP Resident National Matching Program.
• U.S. citizenship, or Green Card valid through the end date of the Program.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the strategic direction of Premera's Pharmacy Program; make recommendations and execute on corporate-wide Pharmacy initiatives.
• Collaborate in developing, implementing, and managing clinical drug utilization strategies and provide Pharmacy business support to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and lead projects in all areas, including patient care, utilization management/prior authorization, medical policy, pharmacy operations, formulary management, specialty pharmacy program and pharmacy business management.
• Provide clinical drug information support, drug utilization management, including prior authorization review, formulary management, and business support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Produce, analyze and present pharmacy cost trends, clinical and managed care presentations, and Pharmacy communication materials for designated market geographies.
• Support Pharmacy benefit design development in collaboration with Product Services, Actuary, and the Pharmacy Benefit Manager partner.
• Support medical management and clinical initiatives of Premera companies.
• Perform drug/medication therapy management to support the management of drug utilization on the medical benefit, including case and disease management.
• Assist the Provider and Customer Engagement in providing consultative services to large and mid-size employer groups.
• Educate account managers, producers and clients about pharmacy programs and benefits.
• Assist in developing and maintaining provider and member communication materials that support clinical pharmacy programs.
• Support and serve as a preceptor for pharmacy students, introducing them to formulary, drug information, utilization management, outreach activities and care management activities.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.
• Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.
• Wellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs.
• Generous paid time off to reenergize.
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
• Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.
• Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.
• Free convenient on-site parking.
• Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.
• Engaging on-site events and activities include food trucks, health and wellness, DEI and disaster preparedness fairs, coffee connects, and more.
• Complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree