Prior Authorization/ Pharmacist- Fully Remote

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist (Prior Authorization/PBM)
Duration: 5 plus month with possible extension
Location: Fully Remote

Pay Range: $55- $58.00/hr

The basic function of the pharmacist is

Review and complete criteria based on prior authorization as per policy and procedure.

This position is for a Clinical Pharmacist working in the Prior Authorization team.

This Pharmacist will:
• Evaluate and review all prior authorization requests and render coverage determinations based on clinical criteria and plan design. Includes verifying insurance coverage and eligibility, interpreting clinical guideline criteria, consulting physicians and other healthcare providers, and appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge and resources while complying with department protocols.

• Collaborate with the technicians and prior authorization team members to process referrals, including answering clinical questions and collecting appropriate clinical/medical data needed to perform clinical assessments and reviews as per the health plan/employer- agreed criteria within the designated service level agreements.

Performs and handles inbound and outbound phone calls with technicians, prior authorization team members, physicians, healthcare providers, and/or patients to facilitate prior authorization requests, answer inquiries, and/or resolve escalations.