Centene Corp

Clinical Pharmacist (Formulary & Quality)

Centene Corp • $107K — $199K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (Pharm.D., M.S.) in pharmacy
  • Current Indiana Pharmacist license with no restrictions
  • 2+ years of experience in managed care, pharmacy operations, or residency
  • Experience in formulary management and prior authorization
  • Strong written communication and data analysis skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop clinical criteria for medications and initiate clinical programs
  • Monitor and manage prior authorization requests
  • Provide clinical support for internal departments
  • Identify and implement performance improvement initiatives
  • Establish and maintain pharmacy department policies and procedures
  • Coordinate the Medicare MTM program
  • Assist case management with clinical presentations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 401K and stock purchase plans
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Generous paid time off plus holidays
  • Flexible work schedule options including remote work
Full Job Description
Position Purpose: Define and develop standard and custom formularies for assigned plan.

Key Details: Indiana Clinical Pharmacist (Formulary & Quality). This is a remote opportunity for an Indiana-licensed Pharmacist working Monday through Friday on a daytime Eastern Time schedule. There are two open Clinical Pharmacist positions that support Indiana Medicaid pharmacy operations through either a Formulary & Policy focus or a Quality & Clinical Programs focus, with opportunities for collaboration and cross-coverage between the roles. Responsibilities include leading formulary, prior authorization, and clinical policy initiatives; supporting quality improvement and medication-related clinical programs; analyzing pharmacy and performance data; developing policies, workflows, educational materials, and communications; and partnering with cross-functional teams, providers, and vendors to implement state-driven and quality-focused initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in managed care, Medicaid, health plans, PBMs, formulary management, prior authorization, quality improvement, specialty drug management and/or population health and demonstrate strong clinical judgment, written communication, project management, data analysis, and collaboration skills. Success in this role requires the ability to manage competing priorities, translate complex requirements into actionable solutions, identify risks, and consistently deliver accurate, audit-ready work. This opportunity offers meaningful ownership, visibility, and the chance to directly impact member access, medication safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance within Indiana Medicaid pharmacy programs.

  • Develop clinical criteria for medications, recommend plan design changes, and clinical programs to be initiated
  • Monitor prior authorization requests
  • Provide clinical support to internal departments and address clinical related questions
  • Ensure appropriate quality controls and initiates opportunities for performance improvement in pharmacy/practice
  • Develop and implement programs designed to impact DUR for both Medicaid and Medicare
  • Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for the pharmacy department
  • Participate in the coordination of the Medicare MTM program
  • Assist case management team with members including clinical rounds presentations


Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (Pharm.D., M.S.) in pharmacy. 2+ years of mail order, retail, hospital or managed care pharmacy experience or 1+ years of pharmacy residency program experience. Specialty drug management experience, preferred

Licenses/Certifications: Current Indiana Pharmacist license with no restrictions.

Pay Range: $107,700.00 - $199,300.00 per year

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

About Centene Corp

Centene Corporation is a managed healthcare enterprise at the forefront of innovation and growth for government-sponsored and commercial healthcare, providing access to fully integrated, high-quality, and cost-effective services that help people lead healthier lives. The company’s local approach addresses the needs of under-insured and uninsured individuals who often lack the resources required to sustain optimal health and wellness. Centene began as a single health plan in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1984. After an initial period of growth, Michael Neidorff joined as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in 1996, moving Centene’s headquarters to St. Louis, Missouri, where it still resides today. In the decades since its humble beginnings, Centene has transformed into a publicly-traded Fortune 500 company serving communities across the United States. In fact, Centene provides coverage in all 50 U.S. states. More than 26 million Americans rely on Centene to access a wide range of insurance solutions, including Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, correctional, and behavioral health services. Centene prioritizes the development of technology that addresses systemic conditions impacting the whole health needs of underserved populations. As technology plays an increasingly critical role in diagnosing, managing, and treating disease, Centene understands that it enables better health outcomes for members, lessening the burden for providers, and allowing more automation and efficiency for business operations. As a steward of a significant set of data and insights, Centene leverages this data to not only shape but lead the digital transformation of healthcare and improve the patient-provider experience. Centene’s current CEO, Sarah London, and her team are leading the charge in this new age. Sarah London worked within Centene’s Technology Innovation and Modernization division, spearheading the company’s enterprise-wide technology strategy. Now leading Centene, her focus is on building the next generation of products and services and establishing Centene’s long-term growth and value creation. Although Centene has grown into the No. 1 insurer in the U.S. Health Insurance Marketplace, it has never lost its focus on the individual or its passion for community health. Remaining connected to the individuals and families that need care most is central to Centene’s commitment to shaping a better world of healthcare for the communities it serves. Centene also remains connected to the needs of its employees, who make Centene what it is. Through its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, Centene promotes a safe and inviting environment above all. Because of Centene’s commitment to excellence and progression in the healthcare industry, it has been recognized as a Top Organization for Diversity by Modern Healthcare magazine, a Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability, a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality by The Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and a global leader by Bloomberg’s Gender-Equality Index, among many other recognitions. Centene was also named a Top 50 Company for Diversity by DiversityInc and a Top Veteran-Friendly Company by U.S. Veterans Magazine. It has also been listed on FORTUNE® magazine's list of the World's Most Admired Companies for several consecutive years.

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Size
72,500 employees
Market Cap
$46.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.8 billion
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+25.4%
Revenue
$111.1 billion
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