Staff Pharmacist

The Cigna Group

Staff Pharmacist responsible for interpreting doctors' prescriptions and providing medication counseling. Working remotely for Cigna Group while ensuring adherence to pharmacy laws and regulations.

Posted 6/2/2026part-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interprets physicians’ prescriptions
Contacts doctors or other prescribers and/or patients to verify information on prescriptions
Dispenses medications within corporate and regulatory guidelines
Tracks order status and outstanding issues
Consults with patients regarding the use of medications and potential drug interactions
Takes calls from clients regarding orders or clarification
Maintains daily production, quality, and service levels
Varies work priorities and activities to accommodate business needs
Accurately and efficiently processes prescription orders received through mail or electronic channels
Conducts thorough reviews of incoming prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, and potential drug interactions
Provides medication counseling and addresses patient inquiries regarding drug usage, side effects, and precautions
Collaborates with healthcare providers to resolve any prescription-related issues
Adheres to all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
Participates in quality assurance programs and continuous improvement initiatives
Stays updated on new medications, pharmaceutical regulations, and industry developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered pharmacist, in good standing in the state
A degree in pharmacy (PharmD or BS)
Experience working in a pharmacy setting, preferably with mail order or similar experience
Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations
Strong focus on customer service, quality and accuracy
Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment
Ability to learn quickly, solve problems and make decisions in a timely fashion
Able to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Knowledge of Pharmacy Benefits Management Industry/Managed care industry is an asset
Must be able to work scheduled shifts
Ability to successfully complete Express Scripts’ required training program

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

interpreting prescriptionsdispensing medicationsprocessing prescription ordersconducting prescription reviewsmedication counselingdrug interaction knowledgepharmacy laws and regulationsquality assurancecustomer serviceproblem solving

Soft Skills

detail-orientedorganizational skillsoral communicationwritten communicationadaptabilitydecision makingability to work under pressuretime managementcollaborationfocus on quality and accuracy

Certifications

Registered pharmacistPharmDBS in Pharmacy