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Magellan Pharmacist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Clinical Pharmacist

$42.26 - $45.78/hr

Coordinate between the pharmacy department, health systems, and Magellan * Clinical pharmacist will be responsible for driving results to obtain 5-Stars for Medicare Part D Star clinical programs ...

Clinical Pharmacist

$42.26 - $45.78/hr

Coordinate between the pharmacy department, health systems, and Magellan * Clinical pharmacist will be responsible for driving results to obtain 5-Stars for Medicare Part D Star clinical programs ...

Sr. Director, National Payer Accounts

$240K - $280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Magellan, AHIP, etc.) Qualifications Skills/Knowledge * Bachelor's Degree in Sciences, Marketing, or Business * 10+ years in pharmaceutical industry * 5+ years work experience within various areas of ...

Sr. Director, National Payer Accounts

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$240 - $280/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Magellan, AHIP, etc.). Qualifications Skills/Knowledge * Bachelor's Degree in Sciences, Marketing, or Business * 10+ years in pharmaceutical industry * 5+ years work experience within various areas ...

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How much do magellan pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for magellan pharmacist in the United States is $60.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.01 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Magellan pharmacist?

A Magellan Pharmacist is a licensed pharmacist who works for Magellan Health, a company that provides pharmacy benefit management and specialty healthcare services. These pharmacists are responsible for clinical reviews, medication therapy management, and ensuring patients receive safe and effective medication regimens. They may also provide support to healthcare providers, process prior authorizations, and work with insurance plans to optimize patient care. Magellan Pharmacists often work in clinical settings, call centers, or remotely, focusing on improving patient outcomes through medication management.

How does a Magellan pharmacist collaborate with healthcare providers and insurance teams to ensure optimal patient care?

As a Magellan Pharmacist, you will regularly interact with physicians, nurses, and insurance case managers to review medication plans and provide clinical guidance. This role often involves evaluating prior authorization requests, offering evidence-based recommendations, and communicating directly with providers about formulary alternatives or therapy optimizations. Collaboration is essential, as you help ensure that patients receive safe, effective, and cost-efficient medications while adhering to regulatory and payer guidelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Magellan pharmacist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Magellan Pharmacist, you need a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, a valid pharmacist license, and expertise in clinical pharmacy and medication management. Familiarity with pharmacy benefit management (PBM) platforms, claims adjudication systems, and drug utilization review tools is essential. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills for collaborating with healthcare providers and ensuring patient safety. These competencies are vital for optimizing medication therapies, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality care in the managed care environment.

What is the difference between Magellan Pharmacist vs Community Pharmacist?

AspectMagellan PharmacistCommunity Pharmacist
CredentialsLicensed Pharmacist, often with specialized training in behavioral healthLicensed Pharmacist, with general pharmacy licensure
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, mental health programs, managed care organizationsRetail pharmacies, grocery stores, independent pharmacies
Employer & IndustryManaged care companies, healthcare providers, government programsRetail chains, independent pharmacies, hospitals

Magellan Pharmacists typically work in healthcare or managed care settings focusing on behavioral health, while Community Pharmacists operate in retail environments serving the general public. Both roles require pharmacy licensure but differ in work environment and employer type.

More about Magellan Pharmacist jobs
Infographic showing various Magellan Pharmacist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $126,701 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

$42.26 - $45.78/hr

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Posted 14 days ago


Job description

We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our growing team. You will be offered a competitive hourly rate of $42.26-$45.78/ hour. We will also provide you a comprehensive benefits package.
As a Clinical Pharmacist you will be highly focused on telephonic outreach, with our pharmacists spending much of their time reaching out proactively to members, providers, and pharmacies to help close medication adherence gaps. This position serves as internal and outward-facing, dedicated clinical resource responsible for quality measures supporting the pharmacy department in identifying Star/HEDIS measure needs and expectations, and developing and managing initiatives to achieve 5 stars. The position has oversight responsibilities driven by metrics to manage vendors, retail pharmacy , prime, Magellan and health systems to deliver outcomes as outlined in different programs as well as reporting to internal stake holders
Responsibilities of the Clinical Pharmacist:

  • Clinical pharmacist will be responsible for managing outreach efforts and pull-through for Star/HEDIS clinical programs. Coordinate between the pharmacy department, health systems, and Magellan
  • Clinical pharmacist will be responsible for driving results to obtain 5-Stars for Medicare Part D Star clinical programs including Adherence (DM, RAS, Statins), SUPD, and CMRs for MTM
  • Oversee the daily clinical activities related to Star/HEDIS measure goals for various health systems. Ensure clinical goals and objectives are met
  • Identify problems related to Star/HEDIS measures that require a clinical solution, implement and monitor clinical pharmacy solutions in support of Horizon's Star/HEDIS goals to save money and improve care. Major responsibility is to serve as clinical liaison between pharmacy department and health systems, assisting with managing overall relationship and driving adoption of recommended clinical solutions
  • Develop, review and monitor clinical programs, therapeutic initiatives, pathways of care and other drug use policies and practices in support of Star/HEDIS initiatives. Works closely with the pharmacy department managers, vendors, and health systems to ensure execution of programs
  • Maintain continuity among health systems by communicating and documenting program design and execution in accordance with pharmacy department expectations
  • Track, analyze and report on patient interventions, interactions and findings of disease management activities.
  • With support of the data team, develop and track the appropriate metrics to monitor the quality, care, and cost impact of the Star/HEDIS program and monitor overall healthcare trends within the Medicare populations
  • Conduct member, provider, and pharmacy outreach/interventions and Comprehensive Medication Reviews as needed to achieve Stars goals
  • The position requires communication across all departments; an understanding of the strategic impact of the programs; and extensive knowledge of how the Star/HEDIS programs integrate with other clinical initiatives
  • Understand the financial impact of all clinical recommendations: Programs must address the impact on customers, operations, program integrity, pricing, quality and satisfaction