Physician Clinical Reviewer - Pediatric Rheumatology- REMOTE

At Prime Therapeutics (Prime), we are a different kind of PBM, with a purpose beyond profits and a unique ability to connect care for those we serve. Looking for a purpose-driven career? Come build the future of pharmacy with us. Job Posting Title Physician Clinical Reviewer - Pediatric Rheumatology- REMOTE Job Description Key member of the utilization management team, and provides timely medical review of service requests that do not initially meet the applicable medical necessity guidelines. Routinely interacts with physicians, leadership and management staff, other Physician Clinical Reviewers (PCR), and health plan membersand staff whenever a physician`s input is needed or required. Responsibilities Reviews cases in which clinical determinations cannot be made by the Initial Clinical Reviewer. Discusses determinations with requesting physicians or ordering providers, when available, within the regulatory time frame of the request by phone or fax. Provides clinical rationale for standard and expedited appeals. Provides assistance and acts as a resource to Initial Clinical Reviewers as needed to discuss cases and problems. Utilizes medical/clinical review guidelines and parameters to assure consistency in the physician review process so as to reflect appropriate utilization and compliance with Prime's policies/procedures, as well as URAC and NCQA guidelines. Ensures documentation of all communications with medical office staff and/or physician/provider is recorded in a timely and accurate manner. Participates in on-going inter-rater reliability training and testing. Assists the Medical Director and/or VP, Medical Director in research activities/questions related to the Utilization Management process, interpretation, guidelines, and/or system support. On a requested basis, reviews appeal cases and/or attends hearings for discussion of utilization management decisions. On a requested basis, may function as Medical Director for select health plans or regions, assuming overall accountability for utilization management while working in conjunction with the VP, Medical Director. Other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Education Level: DO, MBBS, MD – Required Experience Level: 5 years – Required Clinical experience. Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship. Additional Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must be able to move or traverse. Must be able to constantly operate a computer and/or other office productivity equipment. Must be able to hear and constantly communicate information and ideas. Must be able to exchange accurate information. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their job, and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures. Potential pay for this position ranges from $90.87 - $154.33 based on experience and skills. To review our Benefits, Incentives and Additional Compensation, visit our Benefits Page ( and click on the "Benefits at a glance" button for more detail ( Prime Therapeutics LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected class under federal, state, or local law. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law. Prime Therapeutics LLC is a Tobacco-Free Workplace employer. Positions will be posted for a minimum of five consecutive workdays. At Prime Therapeutics (Prime), we are a different kind of PBM. We’re reimagining pharmacy solutions to provide the care we would want for our loved ones. That purpose energizes our team and creates limitless opportunities to make a difference. We know that people make all the difference. If you’re ready for a purpose-driven career and are passionate about simplifying health care, let’s build the future of pharmacy together. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prime Therapeutics