Clinical Pharmacist (Remote) - Part-Time

Following a 2022 merger of CNSI and Kepro, Acentra Health combines clinical services, technology solutions, and data analytics to accelerate better health outcomes. This is a great time to join our team of passionate individuals working together to pursue the most effective solutions to today’s complex healthcare challenges. Our culture is fueled by passion and driven by purpose.

Clinical Pharmacist

• Are you an experienced Clinical Pharmacist looking for a new challenge?
• Are you looking to join a team that ensures a collaborative and inviting culture where everyone can thrive?

If so, you might be our next new team member!

Who we need:

This position will work with Alabama Medicaid, must be located within Alabama, and reside within driving distance of the Alabama Medicaid home office in Montgomery, Alabama. The Clinical Pharmacist assigned to work with Alabama Medicaid must possess superior clinical competence, demonstrate proficiency in claims processing, drug therapy management, policy, pharmacy operations, and have superior computer, written , communication, analytical thinking and problem solving skills, and be willing to travel if needed. The Clinical Staff Pharmacist assigned to work with Alabama Medicaid must have at minimum 3 years of experience in outpatient/community pharmacy, must be licensed in the State of Alabama, hold a current preceptor license (or must obtain preceptor license within first 6 months of work), and must be in good standing with the Alabama Board of Pharmacy.

This position will be physically located and work at the Medicaid central office in Montgomery, Alabama on a full-time basis (i.e. fully dedicated to Alabama); work schedule will be at the discretion of the Alabama Medicaid Agency Director of Clinical Services/Pharmacy to best serve Medicaid. The majority of his/her time will be spent reviewing claims, policy, auditing, and making recommendations to Medicaid’s Pharmacy and DME Program staff. He/she will report to the Pharmacy Program/Clinical Services Director for work assignments and scheduling requests.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

Singularly Focused. Mission Driven.

Accelerating Better Outcomes is our Mantra! We are mission-driven to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts and more.

What you’ll do:

1. Reviews, creates, or maintains various documents /reports used internally as well as publicly and ensure the information is correct.
2. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position including prior authorization reviews, disease management, quality control, and criteria management.
3. Attend and participate in meetings (in person, telephonic, and virtual) with Medicaid and other stakeholders.
4. Conduct drug product research and provide recommendations for coverage and restrictions by applying Medicaid guidelines.
5. Oversee the Pharmacy Lock In program.
6. Review and revise drug lists for Pharmacy &Therapeutic (P&T) as well as Drug Utilization Review (DUR) meetings, review of clinical packet for meetings, and coordination of appropriate lists once clinical review is complete.
7. Must hold a current preceptor license in the state of Alabama (or must obtain preceptor license within first 6 months of work). Accept pharmacy students from one or more school(s) of pharmacy in the state of Alabama. Coordinate and oversee all student activities, prepare and grade assignments in accordance with School of Pharmacy guidelines, and ensure student receives well-rounded rotation that reflects all aspects of Medicaid pharmacy, school requirements, and current policies.
8. Travel to various meetings upon request of Medicaid (estimated annually as 5-10 day trips within the state, and 1-4 overnight trips o