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Staff Pharmacist – Job Description

Role Overview

The Staff Pharmacist supports multiple hospitals across several states by using remote technology to deliver high‑quality clinical pharmacy services. This role works closely with clinicians to improve patient care, ensure safe medication use, and comply with all Cigna and client hospital policies.

Shifts Available:

+ **Every other Tuesday:** 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM EST

+ **Every 3rd weekend (Saturday & Sunday):** 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM EST

Key Responsibilities

Pharmacy Services

+ Perform remote order entry, order and drug verification, and patient counseling (as required).

+ Review and approve medication orders accurately and efficiently.

+ Conduct and document clinical interventions in accordance with client and Cigna policies.

Communication

+ Support a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and high performance.

+ Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians, nurses, patients, and team members.

Clinical Excellence

+ Provide timely and accurate drug information regarding dosing, interactions, compatibilities, and medical considerations.

+ Demonstrate knowledge of inpatient medication management (IV fluids, admixture, TPN, drips, antibiotics, chemotherapy).

+ Understand special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, pregnant/nursing, renal/hepatic impairment, and HIV patients.

+ Identify therapeutic duplications and medication-related issues and offer clinical recommendations.

+ Counsel patients and clinical staff on proper medication use.

+ Investigate medication variances and report findings within 48 hours.

Operational Excellence

+ Learn and use multiple pharmacy information systems (PISs).

+ Obtain and maintain multiple state licenses (VA and FL required).

+ Document all order reviews, interventions, and communications in the PLRX system before the end of each shift.

+ Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.

Technical Excellence

+ Perform basic troubleshooting during technical issues.

+ Navigate VPNs, PIS platforms, automation systems, and software such as Microsoft Office and Snagit.

Training & Development

+ Work with the Regional Trainer to complete new hire or new client training.

+ Maintain required credentials, access, licenses, and reciprocity.

Productivity

+ Meet or exceed established productivity standards.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.S.) required. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred.

+ 2+ years of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred.

+ Valid pharmacist licenses for VA required

+ Willingness to obtain additional state licenses as business needs (e.g., FL, TX, NC).

+ Reliable high‑speed internet (cable or fiber).

+ Strong knowledge of formulary and P&T procedures.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong customer service orientation.

+ Familiarity with client/server systems (Epic, Center, etc.)

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, internet applications, and email.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an hourly rate of 54 - 91 USD / hourly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here (https://jobs.thecignagroup.com/us/en/benefits) .

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

_Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws._

_If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email:_ [email protected]_ _for support. Do not email_ [email protected]_ _for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response._

_The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State._

_Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner_ _consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances._