Clinical Pharmacist, UM Development

ization management interventions including prior authorization, step therapy, quantity limits and formulary exception is required. Clinical Pharmacist, UM Development will feel comfortable partnering in a matrix relationship with colleagues at all levels and teams. Additionally, Clinical Pharmacist, UM Development will serve as a subject matter expert and key point of contact for direct and indirect teams. Clinical Pharmacist, UM Development will have excellent communication skills and experience presenting to leadership.This is a hybrid role, based out of our Buffalo Grove, IL or Pittsburgh, PA

office locations. Colleague would work 3 days per week in office, with the ability to work remotely the other days. Must reside in commutable distance to Buffalo Grove, IL or Pittsburgh, PA.Required Qualifications

• Active pharmacist license that is in good standing

• 1+ years of managed care pharmacist experience

• 1+ years relevant UM work experience and demonstrated prior authorization experience

• Demonstrated understanding of utilization management interventions including prior authorization, step therapy, quantity limits and formulary exception is required.

• Proven proficiency in literature search and analysis of evidence-based medicine

• Ability to understand and optimize complex work-flow processes

• Comfort in working cross functionally while maintaining and improving inter-departmental relationships

• Strong clinical, written, and verbal skills with the ability to identify and translate clinical information into an actionable clinical program solution

• Skilled in various PC applications, including MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint

• Knowledge of PBM and benefit design preferredPreferred Qualifications
  Knowledge and expertise with prior authorization.

Clinical Pharmacy Practice Residency.

Education
BS in Pharmacy or PharmDAnticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$118,000.00 - $206,250.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.Great benefits for great peopleWe take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefitsWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 02/09/2026Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.