Pharmacist Program Manager – Pharmacy Benefit Management
Location: The ideal candidate will live within 50 miles of our
New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut pulse point locations and will work on a hybrid work model (1-2 days per week in the office).
A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies
, CarelonRx (formerly IngenioRx) leverages the power of new technologies and a strong, clinical-first lens, to deliver member-centered, lasting pharmacy care.
The
Pharmacist Program Manager is responsible for serving as the primary contact for a specific pharmacy program which may be assigned by geographic location, business unit, or functional area.
How You Will Make An Impact
- Manages both internal and external stakeholder communications for assigned area.
- Ensures the proper reaction to and resolution of issues concerning the pharmacy benefit program.
- Acts as a support resource for the sales team regarding efforts to improve the performance of the pharmacy benefit for existing accounts.
- Execute strategic sales and tactical plans by consulting with key decision-makers and operational stakeholders in the region.
- Provide ongoing support to regional decision-makers and support PBM field sales team during RFP processes.
- Assist in the development of recommendations for outcomes-based savings and revenue opportunities.
- Assist operations in developing key therapeutic programs based on earnings potential.
- Assist in meeting internal health plan penetration goals.
Minimum Requirements
- Requires BA/BS in Pharmacy and a minimum of 2 years of managed care pharmacy experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
- Current valid active unrestricted state(s) RPH license required.
Preferred Qualifications, Skills, And Experiences
- Pharm D is preferred.
- Prior experience working for a PBM company in a client-facing role strongly preferred.
- Prior experience in Commercial/Employer group clinical account management support experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to travel several times a week during peak seasons to locations in NY and NH.
- Knowledge of current health care and managed care pharmacy practices strongly preferred.
- Professional designation preferred.
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills.
For candidates working in person or remotely in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $142,656 to $213,984.
Locations: New York
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws
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- The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.
