Pharmacist, Principal

We are looking for an experienced and knowledgeable Pharmacist who is passionate about providing quality healthcare to join the team at Blue Shield of California as a Principal! This individual will play an integral role in the development and implementation of pharmacy programs, formularies, and policies to improve patient outcomes. The ideal candidate should possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, current California pharmacy license, and have at least five years of prior experience in pharmacy services and/or managed care pharmacy. They should have a comprehensive understanding of California health plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and Medi-Cal regulations, as well as excellent communication and negotiation skills. Demonstrated knowledge of third party payor systems, customer service principles, and the ability to lead and manage multiple projects are also essential.If you have a commitment to excellence and are looking to make a meaningful contribution to the healthcare industry, we invite you to apply to this exciting opportunity to join the team at Blue Shield of California!

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement pharmacy programs, formularies, and policies to improve patient outcomes.
2. Ensure compliance with California health plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and Medi-Cal regulations.
3. Utilize excellent communication and negotiation skills to collaborate effectively with external and internal stakeholders.
4. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of third party payor systems.
5. Utilize customer service principles to ensure customer satisfaction.
6. Lead and manage multiple projects in a timely and efficient manner.
7. Maintain a current California pharmacy license.
8. Provide ongoing support and guidance to pharmacy staff.
9. Monitor and review drug utilization and utilization trends.
10. Develop and maintain relationships with external partners.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Pharmacist, Principal in Costa Mesa, CA, USA is $129,000-$179,000. This salary range takes into account experience, education, job title, and other factors.

Blue Shield of California is a health plan provider founded in 1939 and based in Oakland, California. The organization serves over 4 million health plan members and nearly 65,000 physicians across the state. Blue Shield of California was founded by the California Medical Association.