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Remote Clinical Pharmacist – Prior Authorization

Fully Remote | Contract-to-Hire Opportunity | Pharmacist

A-Line Staffing is seeking qualified Registered Pharmacists for a fully remote opportunity supporting clinical pharmacy services and prior authorization activities.

Contract-to-hire is the goal, although permanent employment is not guaranteed.

This position is ideal for experienced pharmacists with strong retail pharmacy backgrounds, Pharmacy Manager experience, or Staff Pharmacists with 2+ years with the same employer. Prior Authorization/PBM experience is not required.

Position Details

• Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist – Prior Authorization
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Goal
• Schedule Options:
• Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–6:00 PM local time zone
• OR Sunday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM local time zone
• Training: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM CT for 5 weeks
• Start: Class with set start date
• Interview: Virtual
• Work Location: Fully remote; never required to report onsite

Position Overview

The basic function of the pharmacist is to review and complete criteria-based prior authorization requests in accordance with established policies and procedures.

The pharmacist will use clinical knowledge, pharmacy experience, and attention to detail to review patient and prescription information and determine appropriate next steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Review patient profiles, prescription information, drug interactions, sensitivities, and medication usage.
• Review and process criteria-based prior authorization requests.
• Determine whether prescriptions require physician clarification or additional clinical intervention.
• Perform therapeutic intervention and physician outreach when necessary.
• Enter and maintain accurate prescription and case information in computer systems.
• Assist with patient pharmacy service questions and concerns.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Resolve clinical questions and concerns related to prescriptions and patient care.
• Maintain established quality assurance and security procedures.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacy team members to ensure prescription accuracy.
• Perform appropriate medication and prescription reviews.
• Complete final quality checks for accuracy and dosage when applicable.
• Maintain accurate documentation and meet established productivity and quality expectations.

Preferred Candidate Profile

PBM/Prior Authorization experience is NOT required.

Candidates who do have PBM/Prior Authorization experience should have experience specifically with:

• Prior Authorization within a PBM/health plan environment
• Making or supporting Prior Authorization determinations
• At least 1 year of PBM Prior Authorization experience
• MTM experience alone does not meet the preferred PBM/PA experience

Strong Retail Pharmacy Experience

Candidates with strong retail pharmacy backgrounds are highly preferred, particularly:

• Pharmacy Manager experience
• Staff Pharmacist experience of 2+ years with the same employer

New Graduates

New graduates may be considered when they demonstrate strong qualifications such as:

• Leadership experience
• Pharmacy residency
• Fellowship experience
• Significant pharmacy projects or initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and work independently

Education & Licensing

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Active Pharmacist license in good standing in the candidate's state of residence required.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED required.
• Appropriate state licensure must remain active throughout the assignment.

Technical & Remote Work Requirements

Candidates must provide their own equipment and connectivity necessary to successfully work from home.

Required:

• High-speed internet
• Minimum 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
• Internet speed test screenshot from Speedtest.net
• Smartphone for VPN token access
• Dedicated, private workspace
• Ability to participate on camera during training and team meetings
• Ability to work independently without interruptions
• Stable living accommodations
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer applications

Remote Privacy & Security Requirements

The employee must maintain a secure work environment and protect confidential information and company property.

The workspace must:

• Be dedicated to business use during working hours.
• Be inaccessible to other household members during working hours.
• Prevent telephone conversations from being overheard.
• Prevent documents and computer screens from being viewed by others.
• Keep equipment and information protected from unauthorized access or theft.
• Have the computer locked or shut down during short departures.
• Have the computer shut off when the employee is not working.

Employees must follow applicable Teleworker Privacy Practices and all requirements for protecting confidential information.

Resume Submission Requirements

The following must be included at the TOP of the resume:

1. Internet Speed Test Screenshot
• Screenshot from Speedtest.net
• Include internet provider
• Include download speed
• Include upload speed
• Minimum: 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
2. Active Pharmacist License
• State of licensure
• License number
• Expiration date
• Dates must clearly demonstrate that the license is active
3. Completed Candidate Questions
• All questions below must be completed and placed at the top of the resume.

Candidate Questions

1. What state(s) do you currently hold an active Pharmacist license in? Please include license number and expiration date.
2. Do you have prior authorization experience in a PBM environment? If yes, how many years and which PBM(s)?
3. How many years of retail pharmacy experience do you have?
4. Have you worked as a Pharmacy Manager? If yes, how many years and with which employer(s)?
5. If you have not been a Pharmacy Manager, how many years did you work as a Staff Pharmacist with the same employer?
6. Describe a leadership role, project, residency, fellowship, or initiative you have participated in.
7. Are there any employment gaps in your work history? If yes, please explain.
8. Does your resume show any positions held for less than 12 months? If yes, please explain the reason for each move.
9. Please provide your internet provider, download speed, upload speed, and a screenshot from Speedtest.net.
10. Can you meet all remote work requirements, including:

• Dedicated private workspace
• Camera-on participation during training and meetings
• Smartphone for VPN access
• High-speed internet with minimum 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
• Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–6:00 PM local time OR Sunday–Thursday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM local time schedule

Contract Timeline

• Last Offer: September 20, 2026
• Last Acceptance: September 23, 2026
• Must Clear: Prior to October 8, 2026

Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity for pharmacists looking to transition into Prior Authorization, clinical pharmacy, managed care, or PBM-related work, while leveraging existing retail pharmacy and clinical experience.

Contract-to-hire is the goal, but conversion to permanent employment is not guaranteed.

Remote Clinical Pharmacist – Prior Authorization

Fully Remote | Contract-to-Hire Opportunity | Pharmacist

A-Line Staffing is seeking qualified Registered Pharmacists for a fully remote opportunity supporting clinical pharmacy services and prior authorization activities.

Contract-to-hire is the goal, although permanent employment is not guaranteed.

This position is ideal for experienced pharmacists with strong retail pharmacy backgrounds, Pharmacy Manager experience, or Staff Pharmacists with 2+ years with the same employer. Prior Authorization/PBM experience is not required.

Position Details

• Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist – Prior Authorization
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Goal
• Schedule Options:
• Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–6:00 PM local time zone
• OR Sunday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM local time zone
• Training: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM CT for 5 weeks
• Start: Class with set start date
• Interview: Virtual
• Work Location: Fully remote; never required to report onsite

Position Overview

The basic function of the pharmacist is to review and complete criteria-based prior authorization requests in accordance with established policies and procedures.

The pharmacist will use clinical knowledge, pharmacy experience, and attention to detail to review patient and prescription information and determine appropriate next steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Review patient profiles, prescription information, drug interactions, sensitivities, and medication usage.
• Review and process criteria-based prior authorization requests.
• Determine whether prescriptions require physician clarification or additional clinical intervention.
• Perform therapeutic intervention and physician outreach when necessary.
• Enter and maintain accurate prescription and case information in computer systems.
• Assist with patient pharmacy service questions and concerns.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Resolve clinical questions and concerns related to prescriptions and patient care.
• Maintain established quality assurance and security procedures.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacy team members to ensure prescription accuracy.
• Perform appropriate medication and prescription reviews.
• Complete final quality checks for accuracy and dosage when applicable.
• Maintain accurate documentation and meet established productivity and quality expectations.

Preferred Candidate Profile

PBM/Prior Authorization experience is NOT required.

Candidates who do have PBM/Prior Authorization experience should have experience specifically with:

• Prior Authorization within a PBM/health plan environment
• Making or supporting Prior Authorization determinations
• At least 1 year of PBM Prior Authorization experience
• MTM experience alone does not meet the preferred PBM/PA experience

Strong Retail Pharmacy Experience

Candidates with strong retail pharmacy backgrounds are highly preferred, particularly:

• Pharmacy Manager experience
• Staff Pharmacist experience of 2+ years with the same employer

New Graduates

New graduates may be considered when they demonstrate strong qualifications such as:

• Leadership experience
• Pharmacy residency
• Fellowship experience
• Significant pharmacy projects or initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and work independently

Education & Licensing

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Active Pharmacist license in good standing in the candidate's state of residence required.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED required.
• Appropriate state licensure must remain active throughout the assignment.

Technical & Remote Work Requirements

Candidates must provide their own equipment and connectivity necessary to successfully work from home.

Required:

• High-speed internet
• Minimum 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
• Internet speed test screenshot from Speedtest.net
• Smartphone for VPN token access
• Dedicated, private workspace
• Ability to participate on camera during training and team meetings
• Ability to work independently without interruptions
• Stable living accommodations
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer applications

Remote Privacy & Security Requirements

The employee must maintain a secure work environment and protect confidential information and company property.

The workspace must:

• Be dedicated to business use during working hours.
• Be inaccessible to other household members during working hours.
• Prevent telephone conversations from being overheard.
• Prevent documents and computer screens from being viewed by others.
• Keep equipment and information protected from unauthorized access or theft.
• Have the computer locked or shut down during short departures.
• Have the computer shut off when the employee is not working.

Employees must follow applicable Teleworker Privacy Practices and all requirements for protecting confidential information.

Resume Submission Requirements

The following must be included at the TOP of the resume:

1. Internet Speed Test Screenshot
• Screenshot from Speedtest.net
• Include internet provider
• Include download speed
• Include upload speed
• Minimum: 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
2. Active Pharmacist License
• State of licensure
• License number
• Expiration date
• Dates must clearly demonstrate that the license is active
3. Completed Candidate Questions
• All questions below must be completed and placed at the top of the resume.

Candidate Questions

1. What state(s) do you currently hold an active Pharmacist license in? Please include license number and expiration date.
2. Do you have prior authorization experience in a PBM environment? If yes, how many years and which PBM(s)?
3. How many years of retail pharmacy experience do you have?
4. Have you worked as a Pharmacy Manager? If yes, how many years and with which employer(s)?
5. If you have not been a Pharmacy Manager, how many years did you work as a Staff Pharmacist with the same employer?
6. Describe a leadership role, project, residency, fellowship, or initiative you have participated in.
7. Are there any employment gaps in your work history? If yes, please explain.
8. Does your resume show any positions held for less than 12 months? If yes, please explain the reason for each move.
9. Please provide your internet provider, download speed, upload speed, and a screenshot from Speedtest.net.
10. Can you meet all remote work requirements, including:

• Dedicated private workspace
• Camera-on participation during training and meetings
• Smartphone for VPN access
• High-speed internet with minimum 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
• Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–6:00 PM local time OR Sunday–Thursday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM local time schedule

Contract Timeline

• Last Offer: September 20, 2026
• Last Acceptance: September 23, 2026
• Must Clear: Prior to October 8, 2026

Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity for pharmacists looking to transition into Prior Authorization, clinical pharmacy, managed care, or PBM-related work, while leveraging existing retail pharmacy and clinical experience.

Contract-to-hire is the goal, but conversion to permanent employment is not guaranteed.