Drug Utilization Review Pharmacist

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Drug Utilization Review Pharmacist - Ensure Safe and Effective Use of Medications

A confidential managed care organization is seeking a skilled Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Pharmacist to support quality prescribing and improve patient outcomes. This role is ideal for pharmacists who enjoy analyzing medication use, applying clinical guidelines, and collaborating with providers to promote safe, cost-effective care.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct prospective, concurrent, and retrospective drug utilization reviews.
Evaluate prescribing patterns against clinical guidelines and formulary criteria.
Identify potential drug interactions, duplications, and inappropriate therapy.
Prepare recommendations for prescribers to optimize therapy and reduce risk.
Document reviews and ensure compliance with state, federal, and health plan requirements.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and pharmacy program development.

What You'll Bring

Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy degree.
Licensure: Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the U.S.
Experience: Managed care, PBM, or health plan experience preferred - but hospital and retail pharmacists with strong clinical skills are encouraged to apply.
Skills: Analytical mindset, detail-oriented, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Why This Role?

Impact: Shape prescribing decisions that affect thousands of patients.
Growth: Build expertise in managed care and population health pharmacy.
Flexibility: Many DUR roles offer hybrid or fully remote schedules.
Rewards: Competitive salary, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

About Us
We are a confidential healthcare partner providing managed care pharmacy services nationwide. Our DUR pharmacists play a key role in ensuring that medications are used safely, appropriately, and cost-effectively across diverse patient populations.

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Advance your career in managed care pharmacy - apply now for our Drug Utilization Review Pharmacist opening and help lead the way in improving medication safety and outcomes.

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