Senior Consulting Pharmacist

Milliman•San Diego, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Milliman is seeking a Senior Consulting Pharmacist to join its growing pharmacy benefits consulting team in the San Diego Health practice. The role focuses on data-driven analyses using pharmacy claims data and complex modeling to address strategic pharmaceutical challenges, including PBM selection, contracting and management, and pharmacy plan design. The pharmacist explains results and provides insights to clients through presentations and clear, concise reports, while overseeing project expectations, timelines, and budgets. The role also involves developing business with current and prospective clients, providing subject matter expertise, staying current on marketplace trends, and representing Milliman at industry meetings and events. The Senior Consulting Pharmacist manages and develops consulting staff, assigns and reviews work, provides guidance, collaborates with practice leaders on staff development, and conducts performance appraisals and compensation reviews. The position is based out of Milliman’s San Diego, California office, but may be performed remotely anywhere in the United States. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future immigration support or sponsorship. The expected application deadline is November 13, 2026.

Requirements

PharmD from an ACPE-accredited program.
At least 15 years of PBM or healthcare experience.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including proficiency in Excel.
Proficiency in working with and explaining changes in key PBM performance indicators and pharmacy claims statistics.
Knowledge of formularies and pharmacy claims data and nomenclature, including NDC, AWP, PBM, and WAC.
Knowledge of claims data and how it manifests in claim adjudication and downstream analyses.
Strong time-management and people-management skills.
Experience working in a dynamic environment, demonstrating adaptability and integrity.
Strong written and oral technical communication skills.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for current or future immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman.

Responsibilities

Design and manage data-driven analyses using pharmacy claims data and complex modeling, focused on PBM selection, contracting and management, and pharmacy plan design.
Explain analysis results and provide client insights orally and through clear, concise reports.
Oversee projects to ensure expectations, timelines, and budgets are met.
Develop new business with current and prospective clients by understanding their needs and circumstances.
Provide subject matter expertise and stay current on marketplace trends.
Maintain a professional network and promote Milliman at industry meetings, forums, panels, and conferences.
Manage and develop consulting staff, including assigning and reviewing work and providing guidance.
Work with practice leaders on staff management and development.
Conduct performance appraisals and compensation reviews.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) plan with company matching and profit-sharing contributions.
Discretionary bonus program.
Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses.
Paid time off accruing from the first day of work; full-time employees accrue 15 days per year.
At least 10 paid holidays per year.
Family-building benefits, including adoption and fertility assistance.
11 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees.
Life insurance and AD&D premiums fully covered by Milliman.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage fully paid by Milliman.
Learning and mentoring opportunities, skills training, and career development.