<p>HealthPartners is hiring a Clinical Pharmacy Program Consultant. This position has responsibility for coordinating strategic approaches for effective and efficient quality and utilization management of medications. This position will work closely with the Clinical Pharmacy Program Managers and internal and external partners to implement pharmacy program management interventions resulting in measurable outcomes that improve affordability.</p> <p>ACCOUNTABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Facilitate the development, management and evaluation of key medication management strategies in partnership with multiple stakeholders across the organization. </li><li>Identify new clinical programs through marketplace and data analyses. Manage the adoption, implementation and evaluation of these approaches. </li><li>Apply Lean and other Quality Improvement Project principles to existing and new utilization management initiatives to improve effectiveness and efficiencies </li><li>Direct the development of clinical management strategies for drugs and drug classes. This includes conducting drug reviews and proposing coverage criteria for evaluation and adoption by the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee. </li><li>Partner with others to communicate the value of our clinical programs to external purchasers. </li><li>Establish and maintain positive relationships with key management staff, medical directors, and internal departments. </li><li>Facilitate the Quality Utilization Improvement program for specialty pharmacy. </li><li>Participate in the management of specialty pharmacy partner relationships </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree </li><li>Current Pharmacist License in the State of Minnesota </li><li>Completion of a Pharmacy Residency or 2 years in managed care pharmacy leadership </li><li>Able to assess and utilize business data to detect opportunities and issues; strong analytical thinking. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills </li><li>Excellent problem solving skills </li><li>Excellent organizational and project management skills </li><li>Demonstrated ability to maintain effective relationships with peers and customers </li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently </li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office software </li></ul> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Specialty pharmacy and/or medical benefit management experience </li><li>Familiarity with HealthPartners clinical pharmacy programs and systems </li></ul> <p>At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.</p> <p>We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.</p> <p>At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.</p> <p>Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health</p> <p>As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.</p> <p>Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</p>