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Our purpose, to improve customers’ lives by making healthcare work better, is far from ordinary. And so are our employees. Working at Premera means you have the opportunity to drive real change by transforming healthcare.
To better serve our customers, we’re creating a culture that promotes employee growth, collaborative innovation, and inspired leadership. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can do their best work and where best-in-class talent comes, stays, and thrives! As a result of these efforts we are proud to share that
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. The Pharmacist Resident participates in planned clinical and administrative functions and learning experiences with program emphasis on developing proficiency in clinical skills, leadership, management, managed care pharmacy practice, quality improvement, and teaching, education, and dissemination of knowledge. The Resident will develop competencies, skills, and ability to apply drug therapy knowledge, becoming a managed care pharmacist clinician with diverse patient care, leadership and education skills who is eligible for board certification and postgraduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. During the year, the Pharmacist Resident will achieve professional competence in the delivery of patient care and managed care pharmacy practice.
The Pharmacist Resident, with oversight of a pharmacist preceptor, develops, implements, and communicates to internal and external stakeholders, and manages or assists in managing pharmacy initiatives, programs and services that ensure clinically appropriate and cost-effective use of medication that aligns with and supports Premera's clinical and financial goals. The individual will develop the skills necessary to work effectively across the company with multiple stakeholders, including Medical Services, Care Management, Health Care Economics, Actuary, Quality, Product Services, and Collaborative Healthcare Solutions departments.
What you will do:
- The Pharmacist Resident may be assigned responsibility in any of the following, under the guidance of the Resident Advisory Committee:
- Contribute to the strategic direction of Premera's Pharmacy Program; make recommendations and execute on corporate-wide Pharmacy initiatives.
- Collaborate in developing, implementing, and managing clinical drug utilization strategies and provide Pharmacy business support to key internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage and lead projects in all areas, including utilization management/prior authorization, medical policy, pharmacy operations, formulary management, specialty pharmacy program and pharmacy business management.
- Provide clinical drug information support , drug utilization management, including prior authorization review, formulary management, and business support to internal and external stakeholders.
- Produce and analyze pharmacy cost trends, clinical and managed care presentations, and Pharmacy communication materials for designated market geographies.
- Support Pharmacy benefit design development in collaboration with Product Services, Actuary, and the Pharmacy Benefit Manager partner.
- Support medical management and clinical initiatives of Premera companies.
- Perform drug/medication therapy management to support the management of drug utilization on the medical benefit, including case and disease management.
- Assist the Provider and Customer Engagement in:
- Providing consultative services to large and mid-size employer groups.
- Educating account managers, producers and clients about pharmacy programs and benefits.
- Assisting in developing and maintaining provider and member communication materials that support clinical pharmacy programs.
- Support and serve as a preceptor for pharmacy students, introducing them to formulary, drug information, utilization management and care management activities.
- Complete twelve (12) months of training program to meet the competency areas, goals, and educational objectives for PGY1 Pharmacy Residencies established by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) consisting of the following rotations approved by the Resident Advisory Committee:
- A major project (longitudinal rotation).
- Other longitudinal rotations.
- Monthly rotations in key operational areas (total of 7).
- Two patient care rotations.
- One month rotation at the AMCP Foundation headquarters in Virginia.
- One elective rotation approved by the Resident Advisory Committee.
- One project month
What you will bring:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy, or PharmD candidate eligible for graduation prior to the beginning of the residency year. (Required)
- Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in Washington State. Licensure must be obtained prior to September 30th of the residency year. (Required)
- Selection and assignment to Premera through the ASHP Resident National Matching Program, or selection by the Resident Advisory Committee if a position is open after the last round of matching by ASHP. (Required)
- U. S. citizenship, or Green Card valid through the end date of the Program. (Required)
What we offer
- Medical, vision and dental coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement programs (401K employer match and pension plan)
- Wellness incentives, onsite services, a discount program and more
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Generous Paid Time Off to reenergize
- Free parking
Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:
Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
If you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at careers@premera.com or via phone at 425-918-4785.
Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin.
The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.
National Salary Range:
National Plus Salary Range:
$41,600.00 - $70,000.00- National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska.
