Clinical Pharmacist

Join to apply for the Clinical Pharmacist - Express Scripts role at Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefit ServicesJoin to apply for the Clinical Pharmacist - Express Scripts role at Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefit ServicesGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The primary role of this position is develop, manage, and deliver Express Scripts Canada pharmacy benefit management services and programs. The Clinical Pharmacist provides leadership to the Prior Authorization Program and collaborates with cross-functional committees to deliver high quality and clinically sound products and formularies. The role is responsible for contributing specialized clinical knowledge to the direction of existing and new products.Office Location: Mississauga, ONWorking environment: Hybrid, 2 days/week on-siteEssential FunctionsProvide strategic direction and clinical expertise to guide the implementation, communication, education and maintenance of clinical programs and formulariesServe as clinical thought-leader on the Drug Plan Validation Committee, providing knowledge transfer to Express Scripts Canada customers (insurance carriers and third party administrators) on complex clinical topicsProvide leadership to the Prior Authorization program and review Prior Authorization requests, including gathering medical information, making coverage decisions, and communicating with patients, physicians or pharmacists as requiredInteract with internal and external customers to provide insights on pharmacy practice, drug trends, medical advances and legislationEnsure accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of patient status within the operations systems. Comply to ESC policies and procedures to safeguard personal information (PI) and personal health information (PHI).QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Pharmacy; license to practice pharmacy in a province of CanadaBilingualism (English/French) is an asset.Minimum of 2 years’ experience in direct patient care, drug evaluation, and/or drug information activitiesStrong working knowledge of MS Office Suite of tools, with database experience a plusKnowledge of the private/public reimbursement or managed care experience would be considered an assetExcellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, courteously, and tactfullySuperior analytical and problem-solving skills to identify opportunities to optimize reimbursement and improve health outcomesEffective facilitation and presentation skillsKnowledge and experience in areas of Neurology/Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatology, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Diseases, or Oncology.Must be self-empowered and self-managed, but also must exhibit teamworkDemonstrated ability to multi-task and adapt in a dynamic fast-paced work environment.______________________________________________________________________________Le titulaire de ce poste doit principalement mettre au point, gérer et présenter les services de gestion des régimes d’assurance médicaments et les programmes de la pharmacie d’Express Scripts Canada. Le pharmacien clinicien doit également diriger le programme d’autorisation préalable et collaborer avec les membres des comités internes pour offrir les excellents produits et services cliniques de la pharmacie et pour élaborer des listes de médicaments. La personne recherchée devra utiliser ses connaissances cliniques afin d’offrir les produits existants et d’en mettre au point de nouveaux.Responsabilités principalesFournir l’orientation stratégique et l’expertise clinique nécessaires à la mise en œuvre, à la communication et à la gestion des programmes cliniques et des listes de médicaments, et sensibiliser les patients à ce sujet.Agir à titre de spécialiste clinique au sein du comité d’évaluation des régimes d’assurance médicaments, transmettre ses connaissances aux clients d’Express Scripts Canada (assureurs et tiers administrateurs) sur des sujets cliniques complexes.Gérer le programme d’autorisation préalable et examiner les demandes d’autorisation préalable, ce qui comprend la collecte de renseignements médicaux. Prendre les décisions liées à la couverture prévue par un régime et communiquer avec les patients, les médecins ou les pharmaciens, au besoin.Interagir avec les clients internes et externes et leur fournir des renseignements utiles sur l’exercice de la pharmacie, les tendances en matière de médicaments, les progrès de la médecine et les lois.S’assurer que les renseignements sur l’état des patients sont exacts, complets et consignés en temps voulu dans les systèmes de l’entreprise. Respecter les politiques et les méthodes d’Express Scripts Canada visant à protéger les renseignements personnels et les renseignements personnels sur la santé.QualificationÊtre titulaire d’un baccalauréat en pharmacie et d’un permis d’exercice de la pharmacie dans une province au Canada.Être bilingue (anglais et français) constitue un atout.Posséder un minimum de deux années d’expérience en soins directs aux patients, en évaluation des médicaments et être en mesure de communiquer des renseignements sur les médicaments.Posséder des connaissances approfondies de la suite MS Office. Posséder des connaissances en bases de données constitue un atout.Connaître les dispositions relatives aux remboursements offerts par les régimes privés ou publics ou posséder de l’expérience en gestion de soins de santé constitue un atout.Présenter d’excellentes habiletés interpersonnelles et pouvoir communiquer de façon efficace, polie et avec tact.Posséder des habiletés supérieures en analyse et en résolution de problèmes afin de déceler des occasions pour optimiser le remboursement des médicaments et d’améliorer les résultats sur le plan de la santé des patients.Posséder de bonnes aptitudes en présentation et en animation.Posséder des connaissances et de l’expérience en neurologie ou en sclérose en plaques, en rhumatologie, en dermatologie, en pneumologie, en gastro-entérologie, en maladies infectieuses ou en oncologie.Être autonome, savoir bien gérer son temps et être en mesure de travailler en équipe.Être en mesure d’effectuer plusieurs tâches dans un environnement dynamique et de s’y adapter.NOTE: Internal candidates should apply before August 26, 2025.Express Scripts Canada Is a Cigna CompanyExpress Scripts Canada is a subsidiary of Express Scripts, a Cigna company. Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing and peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna offers an integrated suite of health services through Cigna, Express Scripts, and our affiliates including medical, dental, behavioural health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related products.About Express Scripts CanadaExpress Scripts Canada is a leading health benefits manager and has been recognized as one of the most innovative. Our clients include Canada's leading insurers, third party administrators and governments. We work with these clients to develop industry-leading solutions to deliver superior healthcare in a cost-controlled environment. We provide Active Pharmacy services to more than 7 million Canadian patients and adjudicate more than 100 million pharmacy, dental, and extended health claims annually. Through our proprietary consumer intelligence, clinical expertise, and patients-first approach, we promote better health decisions for plan members, while managing and reducing drug benefit costs for plan sponsors.It will be a condition of employment that the successful candidate obtains an Enhanced Reliability Clearance from the Federal Government. The candidate will be required to provide supporting documentation to receive clearance if required.We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a positive work environment built on solid corporate values, integrity, mutual respect, collaboration, passion, service and alignment.We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace. By embracing diversity, we build a more effective organization that empowers our employees to be the best that they can be.We are committed to creating a working environment that is barrier-free and we are prepared to provide accommodation for people with disabilities.If you require accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: eschr2@express-scripts.com Do not email eschr2@express-scripts.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefit Services by 2xGet notified about new Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.Pharmacist Clinical Writer and Content DeveloperClinical Pharmacist - Express Scripts CanadaRichmond Hill, Ontario, Canada 1 week agoClinical Research Associate II (SRI) - Odette Cancer Centre Clinical Trials - Regular Full-time 2025-13167 (2025-13167)Research Associate (SRI) - Evaluative Clinical Sciences - Temporary Full-time 2025-14160 (2025-14160)Clinical Research Associate- Toronto, OntarioSr. Clinical Research Associate-Oncology-Sponsor Dedicated (Toronto, GTA)Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology/Cross TA - (Toronto / Field Based)Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, Ontario, Canada 3 weeks agoBilingual Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - CanadaMedical Science Liaison, Rare Diseases (Central)Medical Science Liaison, Rare Diseases, Narcolepsy (Canada-wide)Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology/Cross TA - (Toronto / Field Based)Medical Science Liaison, Gastroenterology, OntarioWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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