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Mountlake Terrace WA
nFull time
nR29011
nWorkforce Classification:
nHybrid
nJoin Our Team: Do Meaningful Work and Improve People's Lives
nOur 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.
nPremera is committed to being a workplace where people feel empowered to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose. By investing in our employees and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous development, we're able to better serve our customers. It's this commitment that has earned us recognition as one of the best companies to work for. Learn more about our recent awards and recognitions as a greatest workplace. (
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nAbout the role of the Clinical Pharmacist
nIn this role, the Clinical Pharmacist will be a strategic clinical pharmacy partner who helps clients make smarter, data-driven pharmacy benefit decisions. This role works closely with clients, account teams, and internal pharmacy experts to evaluate program performance, identify cost and utilization trends, consult on clinical opportunities, and recommend practical strategies that support affordability, quality, and member experience. By translating complex pharmacy data and market insights into clear, actionable guidance, the Clinical Pharmacist helps clients understand what is driving their pharmacy spend and how to optimize their benefits.
nRole requires 20% travel across Western, WA, Eastern, WA and Alaska to meet with clients.
nWhat you'll do
nnnWorks as a pharmacy subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders including brokers and employer groups
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nnDevelops and presents pharmacy reporting to internal and external audiences including client-specific pharmacy experience/trend reporting
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nnUnderstands client benefit set-ups and works with sales to identify gaps and client opportunities
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nnProvides pharmacy RFP sales support
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nnMaintains industry knowledge such as market trends, drug pipeline, pharmacy product solutions and brings insight to inform benefit management strategies and product development
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nnCollaborates in strategy development by bringing client and market insights to internal and external stakeholders
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nnProvides thought leadership in benefit, clinical, analytics and product recommendations to clients to advance affordability, quality and member experience
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nnKnows, understands, and communicates pharmacy-related marketplace topics and issues for unique/varied audiences
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n nWhat you'll bring
nnnPharmacist Degree. (Required)
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nnActive US Pharmacist license in good standing. (Required)
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nnTwo (2) years' experience as a pharmacist or completing of clinical pharmacy training, clinical residency training from an accredited Pharmacy program. (Required)
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nnAn advanced degree (e.g. PharmD, MBA, MHA, MPH or equivalent experience). (Preferred)
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nnExperience in managed care setting. (Preferred)
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nnExperience in retail pharmacy environment. (Preferred)
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nnExperience in delivering MTM services directly to patients. (Preferred)
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nnExperience in managed care setting for one year or more. (Preferred)
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nnKnowledge and understanding of the core elements of MTM services. (Preferred)
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nnDemonstrated knowledge of drug utilization management tactics including formulary development and drug use criteria development.
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nnDemonstrated knowledge of drug information procedures and reference sourcing.
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nnAbility to support multiple, complex, and concurrent projects.
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nnStrong organizational and planning skills.
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nnAbility to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
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nnStrong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
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nnAbility to work independently, as well as a member of a team.
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nnStrong analytical and PC operation skills (i.e. Microsoft Office products).
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nnFamiliarity with local and regional health care issues.
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nnDemonstrated knowledge of drug utilization management tactics including formulary development and drug use criteria development.
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nnDemonstrated knowledge of drug information procedures and reference sourcing.
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nnAbility to support multiple, complex, and concurrent projects.
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nnStrong organizational and planning skills.
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nnAbility to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
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nnStrong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
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nnAbility to work independently, as well as a member of a team.
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nnStrong analytical and PC operation skills (i.e. Microsoft Office products).
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nnFamiliarity with local and regional health care issues.
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n nPremera total rewards
nOur comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Our total rewards are more than a collection of perks, they're a reflection of our commitment to your health and well-being. We offer a broad array of rewards including physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, including:
nnnMedical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.
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nnVoluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.
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nnLife and disability insurance.
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nnRetirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.
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nnWellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs, just to name a few.
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nnGenerous paid time off to reenergize.
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nnLooking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
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nnEmployee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.
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n nFor our hybrid employees, our on-campus model provides flexibility to create your own routine with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement.
nnnCommuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.
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nnFree convenient on-site parking.
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nnSubsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.
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nnParticipate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.
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nnOur complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.
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nnNeed a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.
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n nEqual employment opportunity/affirmative action:
nPremera 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.
nIf you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at or via phone at .
nThe 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.
nThe salary range for this role is posted below; we generally target up to and around the midpoint of the range.
nNational Plus Salary Range:
n$123,200.00 - $209,400.00
n*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska .
nWe're happy to discuss compensation further during the interview because we believe that open communication leads to better outcomes for all. We're committed to creating an environment where all employees are celebrated for their unique skills and contributions.
nAt Premera, we make healthcare work better. By focusing on improving our customers' experience purposefully and serving their needs passionately, we make the process easier, less costly, and more positive. Through empathy and advocacy, we change lives.
nAs the leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, we provide comprehensive health benefits and services to more than 2 million customers, from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. Our services include innovative programs focused on health management, wellness, prevention, and patient safety. We deliver these programs through health, life, vision, dental, disability, and other related products and services.
nPremera Blue Cross is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, WA, with operations in Spokane and Anchorage. The company has operated in Washington since 1933 and in Alaska since 1952. With more than 80 years of experience in the region, we deliver innovation, choice, and expertise.
Worksite address
mountlake terrace, WA, 98043, US
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