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IEHP

Clinical Pharmacist – Pharmaceutical Services

IEHP

. Perform patient-specific medication reviews and develop recommendations using established medical treatment protocols and clinical practice guidelines .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesJunior💰 $154,128 - $204,214 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in performing Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMR) and developing patient-specific medication recommendations in compliance with CMS standards. Proficient in evaluating prior authorization requests and coordinating with healthcare stakeholders to ensure optimal medication management.

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Doctor Of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.)Registered Pharmacist LicenseManaged Care Pharmacy ExperienceMedication Therapy Management ExperienceClinical Practice Guidelines Knowledge

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Hard Skills
Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMR)Prior Authorization EvaluationMedication Adherence RecommendationsDrug Claims ReviewDrug Information Research
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDetail OrientedAbility To Work With Stakeholders
Tools & Technologies
Health Plan Electronic Medical Records SystemsMHKMeditrac
Certifications & Qualifications
Registered Pharmacist License
Industry Keywords
Managed CareMedi-CalMedicareCovered CaliforniaHEDISMCASSTARS Measures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform patient-specific medication reviews and develop recommendations using established medical treatment protocols and clinical practice guidelines
  • Evaluate and adjudicate prior authorization requests for medical drugs
  • Evaluate and review drug claims for clinical appropriateness
  • Perform Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMR) in compliance with CMS standards and timelines
  • Evaluate and develop medication adherence recommendations to members and prescribers
  • Coordinate with members, prescribers, and pharmacies to assure patients obtain medication and understand instructions for use
  • Evaluate and develop patient-specific recommendations to support pharmacy clinical quality priorities, including HEDIS, MCAS, and STARS measures
  • Resolve medication and pharmacy issues for members triaged to pharmacy
  • Assist with formulary implementation, management, and maintenance
  • Communicate verbal and written clinical recommendations to members, prescribers, and pharmacies
  • Initiate outbound calls to members and prescribers to explain clinical recommendations
  • Act as subject matter expert for internal and external regulatory and operational audits, projects, quality improvement process enhancements, LEAN projects, and other IEHP initiatives
  • Perform other assigned duties supporting successful Health Plan operations

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Two (2) or more years of experience in managed care pharmacy setting -OR- successful completion of a one (1) year Pharmacy Managed Care residency
  • One (1) year of medical drug prior authorization and/or Medication Therapy Management experience preferred
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from an accredited institution required
  • Possession of an active, unrestricted, and unencumbered Registered Pharmacist license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy required
  • Strong clinical baseline knowledge of current medical treatment protocols and clinical practice guidelines
  • Working knowledge of regulatory standards and timelines for Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Covered California lines of business
  • Bilingual preferred
  • Proficiency with health plan electronic medical records systems (i.e. MHK, Meditrac)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong drug information research skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of stakeholders and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external contacts at all levels
  • Schedule may include evenings, holidays, and weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • CalPERS retirement
  • State of the art fitness center on-site
  • Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
  • Life, short-term, and long-term disability options
  • Career advancement opportunities and professional development
  • Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
  • Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare
  • 457(b) option with a contribution match
  • Paid life insurance for employees
  • Pet care insurance