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Job Title: Remote Clinical Pharmacist - Medicare UMJob Summary

We are seeking a Remote Clinical Pharmacist to review Medicare utilization management requests, including prior authorizations, formulary exceptions, step therapy, and quantity limits. This role focuses on applying clinical criteria to approve or deny medication coverage and is ideal for pharmacists looking to move away from retail pharmacy into a clinical, work-from-home role.

Key Responsibilities

• Review Medicare prior authorization and formulary exception requests

• Apply client-specific clinical criteria to make approval or denial decisions

• Use independent clinical judgment while following established guidelines

• Communicate with providers or members regarding coverage decisions

• Document decisions accurately and maintain high quality standards

• Meet productivity and accuracy metrics (95%+ quality target)

• Collaborate virtually with pharmacists and supervisors

Must-Have Requirements

• PharmD or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

• Active U.S. pharmacist license in good standing (any state)

• 2+ years of pharmacist experience (retail preferred)

• Strong clinical decision-making skills

• Comfortable working independently in a metrics-driven environment

• Proficient with computers, multiple systems, and Microsoft Word/Excel

• Typing speed of 45+ WPM

Work Environment

• 100% Remote (U.S. only)

• Cannot live in California, Hawaii, or Virginia

• Training ~11 weeks with no time off permitted

• Full-time schedule with possible overtime during peak season

• Rotating weekend and holiday coverage

Why Consider This Role

• Fully remote, non-retail pharmacist position

• Entry point into PBM / managed care pharmacy

• Medicare experience with long-term career growth potential

• Contract role with potential for extension or conversion

Contact

Reach out to Aswin Ratheesh

205-526-4364 | Text: 206-486-6971

aratheesh@actalentservices. com

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.

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