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Premera Blue Cross · 2 months ago

Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology Program

Mountlake Terrace WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$132K/yr - $224K/yr

6+ years exp

Premera Blue Cross is dedicated to improving healthcare experiences for its customers. The Senior Clinical Pharmacist for the Oncology Program will develop and lead initiatives to enhance oncology member experiences and program outcomes through collaboration and effective medication management.

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Responsibilities

Develop oncology drug class specific management strategies including but not limited to trend forecasting & monitoring, drug management strategies, rebate optimization, companion diagnostics, outcomes based or warranty negotiation

Measure outcomes of oncology drug strategies, document proof points, develop whitepaper and market facing program presentations

Lead provider engagement in reviewing new drug data, gathering input on new strategies, pathways and guidelines, proactive provider communications leveraging UM process for insights and opportunities

Lead the development of cost containment programs e.g. develop dose rounding strategies leveraging best practice from academic oncology centers to enable adoption in community oncology practices

Maintain market intelligence (e.g. new drug development, best practice in cost containment, practice innovations from oncology practice community, evidence based national guidelines, opportunities in manufacturer warranty or outcomes-based agreements, etc.) to support innovations in PBC’s effort in overall oncology program development

Provide consultative services for formulary and UM strategies, SF clients needs pertaining to oncology, provider contracting related to oncology infusion therapies, member engagement, case management, Rx products, affordability programs, among others

Support peer to peer review as needed

Qualification

Pharmacist licenseClinical program developmentOncology Pharmacy certificationManaged care pharmacyEHR familiarityProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Pharmacist with an advanced degree (e.g. PharmD, MBA, MHA, MPH) or (6) years work experience

Active US Pharmacist license in good standing

Four (4) years of clinical program development, management or consultation in a managed care setting

Preferred

Board Certified in Oncology Pharmacy

Experience in managed care pharmacy

Experience and/or familiarity with EHR, Oncology provider practices, specialty pharmacy practices, cancer research, evidence based national guidelines, cost-effective drug management

Experience with project management

Experience with Medicare

Experience with Health Benefit Exchanges

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple, complex, concurrent projects

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; strong presentation skills

Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external individuals

Ability to work independently, as well as a member of a team

Strong analytical skills; intermediate MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook skills

Familiarity with local and regional health care issues

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.

Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.

Life and disability insurance.

Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.

Wellness 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.

Generous paid time off to reenergize.

Looking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.

Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.

Free convenient on-site parking.

Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.

Participate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.

Our complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.

Need a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.

Company

Premera Blue Cross

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Premera is a leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, providing comprehensive health benefits and tailored services.

Founded in 1945

Mountlake Terrace, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.premera.com

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