Pharmacist – Hybrid (Scottsdale, AZ | AZ & CA License Required)

TrialCard•Scottsdale, AZ

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions spanning the entire healthcare value chain. Formed by the merger of PharmaCord and Mercalis, Valeris™ aims to revolutionize the path from life sciences innovation to real-life impact, ensuring every patient receives the care they need. The company works with life sciences companies to improve patient experience, facilitating access and adherence to critical medications. Valeris leverages industry expertise, a commitment to patient care, advanced technology, and talented team members to provide data, strategic insights, patient support services, and healthcare provider engagement tools for successful product commercialization. Valeris serves over 500 life sciences customers and has supported millions of patients with access and affordability. Headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina, and Jeffersonville, Indiana, Valeris operates in a hybrid model, requiring onsite presence 2-3 days/week in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Pharmacist, under the direction of the Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC), is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient execution of pharmacy operations within a regulated mail-order and specialty pharmacy environment. This role ensures full adherence to federal and state regulations, manufacturer program requirements (including REMS), and internal quality systems, while maintaining high standards of patient safety, clinical appropriateness, and documentation integrity. The Pharmacist contributes significantly to quality assurance, regulatory readiness, and cross-functional coordination with internal teams, prescribers, and external partners.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred (Bachelor’s acceptable)
Experience in: Mail Order, Specialty, or Managed Care Pharmacy
Active Pharmacist license in Arizona (required)
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making
High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to operate in a regulated, audit-driven environment
Effective communication across multidisciplinary teams
Ownership mindset with proactive problem-solving
Ability to navigate multiple systems and documentation platforms
Proficiency in standard computer applications

Nice To Haves

Experience in REMS programs or manufacturer-supported therapies (preferred)
Multi-state licensure (preferred) (Key states: CA, NC, KY)

Responsibilities

Perform prospective drug utilization review (DUR) to assess clinical appropriateness, drug interactions and contraindications
Provide patient counseling in accordance with federal and state regulations
Communicate effectively with prescribers and care teams regarding therapy optimization and patient needs
Ensure patient safety across all dispensing and clinical activities
Maintain full compliance with State Boards of Pharmacy, federal regulations (e.g., FDA, DEA, HIPAA), and Manufacturer-specific program requirements (e.g., REMS)
Ensure all activities meet audit-ready documentation standards
Identify, escalate, and support resolution of compliance risks or deviations
Execute workflows in alignment with REMS program requirements, including patient eligibility verification, required counseling and documentation, and data reporting and system documentation
Coordinate with HUBs, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure program adherence
Maintain strict compliance with drug-specific restrictions and distribution requirements
Actively participate in Quality Management activities, including, QA/QC reviews, CAPA investigations and implementation, and deviation identification and reporting
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, workflow efficiency, and regulatory compliance
Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and inspection-ready
Verify prescription orders for accuracy and completeness
Ensure proper documentation of dispensing activities, patient interactions, and clinical interventions
Support fulfillment workflows including shipment verification requirements, address validation (as applicable), and program-specific distribution rules
Collaborate with pharmacy technicians and support staff to maintain workflow efficiency
Serve as a clinical and operational resource to pharmacy staff
Communicate effectively with prescribers, case managers, and internal teams (QA, Compliance, Operations)
Escalate patient concerns, errors, or risks appropriately
Maintain active, unrestricted pharmacist licensure
Complete all required continuing education (CE)
Participate in ongoing training related to REMS programs, regulatory updates, and internal SOPs and systems
Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and sound clinical judgment

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact