Remote Prior Authorization Pharmacist - NC Licensed
Raleigh, NC US
Job Description
A-Line Staffing is now hiring a Remote Prior Authorizations Pharmacist - NC Licensed. This Pharmacist position offers a full-time schedule and career growth potential. This is a fully remote role.
If you are interested in this Remote Prior Authorizations Pharmacist - NC Licensed position, please contact Austin Faris at 586-710-7941 or afaris@alinestaffing.com.
Prior Authorizations Pharmacist Compensation:
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Pay rate: $53 per hour
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Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment
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A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates
Prior Authorizations Pharmacist Highlights:
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Schedule: Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM EST
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Training Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST (4 weeks) starting 06/02/2025
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Remote Position – Must be licensed in North Carolina but can reside in any state
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Contract Duration: 06/02/2025 - 12/01/2025
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Location: Raleigh, NC
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This role is not patient-facing
Prior Authorizations Pharmacist Responsibilities:
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Evaluate and review prior authorization requests, ensuring coverage determinations align with clinical criteria and plan design
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Verify insurance coverage and eligibility, interpret clinical guideline criteria, and consult with physicians and other healthcare providers
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Ensure timely and efficient communication of case decisions to healthcare providers, health plans, patients, and other professionals
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Collaborate with technicians and prior authorization team members to process referrals, collect clinical/medical data, and answer inquiries
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Manage inbound and outbound calls with technicians, providers, and patients to facilitate prior authorization requests and resolve escalations
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Maintain technical knowledge of drug and disease states for both Specialty and Non-Specialty Pharmacy programs
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Perform additional duties as assigned, including attending training sessions and providing on-call/after-hours pharmacist support as needed
Prior Authorizations Pharmacist Requirements:
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Active, unencumbered Pharmacist license in North Carolina
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Minimum 2 years’ experience reviewing and processing prior authorizations against health plan criteria in a specialty/skilled clinical setting (e.g., specialty medical office or Pharmacy Benefits Manager - PBM)
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Proficiency with computer systems, including multitasking, navigating multiple systems, and using Windows-based applications
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Experience with clinical resources such as Micromedex, Lexicomp, and Clinical Pharmacology
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Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Ability to handle high-volume phone calls from pharmacy technicians and providers regarding clinical information
Preferred Qualifications:
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Prior experience in a call center, clinical pharmacy, or prior authorization setting
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
If you think this Remote Prior Authorizations Pharmacist - NC Licensed position is a good fit for you, please reach out to me - feel free to call, email, or apply to this posting!