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175162 - REMOTE PHARMACIST – PRIOR AUTHORIZATION / UTILIZATION REVIEW

  • $53–$58 Per Hour
  • Full-time

Highlights

This is an operations-based clinical role focused on reviewing prior authorization requests, applying clinical criteria and plan guidelines, making coverage determinations, and communicating decisions with providers, physicians, patients, and other healthcare professionals. We are hiring a Remote Pharmacist/Clinician with strong Prior Authorization and/or Utilization Review experience to support clinical pharmacy operations for a major healthcare organization.

Numbers & Facts

Location (
Remote
)
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$53–$58 Per Hour
Year Founded2004
HeadquartersUtica, MI, US
Websitehttp://www.alinestaffing.com/

Description

REMOTE PHARMACIST – PRIOR AUTHORIZATION / UTILIZATION REVIEW

Fully Remote | Pharmacist | Contract Opportunity

We are hiring a Remote Pharmacist/Clinician with strong Prior Authorization and/or Utilization Review experience to support clinical pharmacy operations for a major healthcare organization.

PRIOR AUTHORIZATION OR UTILIZATION REVIEW EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

This is an operations-based clinical role focused on reviewing prior authorization requests, applying clinical criteria and plan guidelines, making coverage determinations, and communicating decisions with providers, physicians, patients, and other healthcare professionals.

PAY RATE
$53.00 per hour

LOCATION
Fully Remote – candidates must work CST hours

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Prior Authorization and/or Utilization Management experience is required.

Ideal candidates will have:

2+ years of Prior Authorization review experience
Utilization Management experience
PBM, Managed Care, or Health Plan experience strongly preferred
Specialty Pharmacy experience is a plus
Experience reviewing clinical information and applying coverage criteria
Experience communicating PA determinations with physicians, providers, or members
Experience handling high-volume PA reviews
Candidates should be comfortable managing approximately:

40 Prior Authorization cases per day
50 inbound/outbound calls per day
SCHEDULE
The hiring manager has confirmed there is NO flexibility with the schedule.

Candidates MUST:

Work CST hours
Work one weekend day every week
Work either Sunday–Thursday OR Tuesday–Saturday
Be available for one of the following schedules:
10:30 AM – 7:00 PM CST

11:00 AM – 7:30 PM CST

11:30 AM – 8:00 PM CST

These are later-day shifts and require a commitment to the assigned schedule.

TRAINING
Training is mandatory and will be held:

October 12, 2026 – November 25, 2026

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST

Candidates must be available for the entire 7-week training period.

After training, candidates will transition to their assigned schedule.

Job Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Evaluate and review prior authorization requests and render coverage determinations based on clinical criteria and plan design.
  • Verify insurance coverage and eligibility.
  • Interpret clinical guidelines and apply plan-specific criteria to PA reviews.
  • Utilize clinical knowledge and appropriate resources when reviewing cases.
  • Consult with physicians and other healthcare providers as needed.
  • Communicate approval and denial determinations promptly and accurately.
  • Process referrals and collaborate with technicians and other Prior Authorization team members.
  • Collect appropriate clinical and medical information required to complete assessments.
  • Handle high-volume inbound and outbound calls with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, technicians, and internal teams.
  • Answer questions regarding pending, approved, or denied prior authorizations.
  • Resolve escalations and support the Prior Authorization and member services teams.
  • Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of drug and disease states within Specialty and Non-Specialty Pharmacy programs.
  • Provide on-call or after-hours pharmacist availability for urgent PA requests as needed.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in applicable pharmacy and healthcare systems.

Qualifications

IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Active Pharmacist License
  • 2+ years of Prior Authorization review experience
  • Prior Authorization, Utilization Management, or Utilization Review background
  • PBM, Managed Care, or Health Plan experience strongly preferred
  • Specialty Pharmacy experience preferred
  • Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Comfortable with high-volume provider/member interactions
  • Comfortable completing approximately 40 PA reviews per day
  • Comfortable handling approximately 50 calls per day
  • Strong computer skills
  • Previous remote work experience preferred
  • Able to work independently in a confidential home environment
  • Available for the entire training period and assigned post-training schedule

EDUCATION & LICENSURE
Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy)
  • Active Pharmacist License in the state of practice/residence
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Basic computer proficiency

REMOTE WORK REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must provide their own reliable high-speed internet.

Minimum required internet connectivity:

25 Mbps download
3 Mbps upload
Internet speed must be verified through Speedtest.

Candidates must provide:

Internet provider
Download speed
Upload speed
Screenshot/snippet of internet speed test
A smartphone is required because the VPN token must be downloaded to the smartphone.

Candidates must also have:

A sufficient, private workspace used for business during working hours
A workspace with a door
Stable living accommodations
A workspace where telephone conversations cannot be overheard
A workspace where computer screens and documents cannot be viewed by others
Ability to securely protect company equipment and confidential information
Ability to lock the workstation or shut down the computer when stepping away
Computer must be shut off when not working
The assignment may potentially be changed to an in-office assignment.

REQUIRED RESUME SUBMISSION ITEMS
The following MUST be included at the TOP of your resume:

Active Pharmacist License
Internet Speed Test Screenshot
Computer Proficiency Assessment – free online assessment demonstrating basic computer skills
Completed Candidate Questionnaire
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE
Please provide answers to the following:

What state(s) do you currently hold an active Pharmacist license in?
How many years of Pharmacist experience do you have?
How many years of Prior Authorization experience do you have?
Describe your PBM, Managed Care, or Health Plan experience.
Have you reviewed Specialty Pharmacy prior authorizations? If yes, please specify the therapeutic areas.
What pharmacy systems and platforms have you used? Examples include Caremark, RxClaim, Facets, GuidingCare, etc.
What volume of Prior Authorization reviews did you complete daily in your most recent role?
Have you communicated PA determinations directly with physicians, providers, or members? Please explain.
Do you have a private workspace in your home with a door?
Can you attend training from 10/12/2026 through 11/25/2026, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM CST, and work the assigned schedule following training? Yes/No
IMPORTANT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Please do not submit unless you can meet the following requirements:

Prior Authorization / Utilization Review experience is required.

Active Pharmacist License required.

CST availability required.

One weekend day every week is required.

Full 7-week training commitment is required.

Private home workspace required.

High-speed internet required.

Internet speed test screenshot required.

Computer proficiency assessment required.

Candidate questionnaire must be completed.

About Company

A-Line Staffing Solutions is a premier staffing company that supplies professionals to the Healthcare, Insurance, Pharmaceutical, and Information Technology industries.

Founded in 2004, A-Line Staffing Solutions has been a leader in matching talented individuals to the jobs that our clients NEED to fill. We are experts at offering creative staffing solutions to employers, and we are hiring every day.

A-Line Staffing can offer short-term, long-term and direct-hire opportunities to professionals across the United States. We hire only the most qualified and talented individuals in the country. Our recruiting, selection and stringent screening processes have strengthened our reputation for delivering quality customer service and unbeatable talent.

For our commissioned clients, A-Line Staffing closely follows the standards and practices established by The Joint Commission. For all of our clients and employees, our commitment to continual improvement combined with a strict code of ethics provides an atmosphere of respect and unparalleled professionalism.

To find out how A-Line Staffing Solutions can share our talent with you, please contact us today. We are eager to include you among our most valued and satisfied clients. If you are a professional and would like to learn more about open opportunities in your area, please contact us today. We are always searching for talented and enthusiastic professionals

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