Pharmacist, Principal - Oncology - BCOP

Pharmacist, Principal - Oncology - BCOP Blue Shield of CA United States, California, El Dorado Hills 4205 Town Center Boulevard (Show on map) May 12, 2026 Your Role The Prior Authorization (PA) team utilizes clinical knowledge to review authorization requests for coverage under the outpatient pharmacy benefit. The Principal Pharmacist, Oncology Drug Utilization Review, works as part of the pharmacy benefit PA team to support the Blue Shield of California (BSC) Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee by ensuring that evidence-based clinical decisions are implemented appropriately to provide a high-quality, cost-effective pharmacy benefit, with a primary focus on oncology drug reviews. The Principal Pharmacist, Oncology Drug Utilization Review, reports to the Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Pharmacist Manager. Our leadership model is about developing great leaders at all levels and creating opportunities for our people to grow - personally, professionally, and financially. We are looking for leaders that are energized by creative and critical thinking, building and sustaining high-performing teams, getting results the right way, and fostering continuous learning. This role offers a flexible and supportive work schedule designed to promote strong work-life balance. Standard hours are Monday through Friday during business hours, with flexible start times between 7:30 am and 9:00 am, typically ending between 4:30pm and 6:00 pm. The position also includes occasional weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday), approximately once per month, with compensatory time off provided the following Monday and Tuesday. Your Knowledge and Experience Requires Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree
Requires active Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP)
Requires active and unrestricted California Registered Pharmacist (RPh) license
Requires at least 4 years of experience in clinical pharmacy
Thorough knowledge of oncology therapeutics and evidence-based treatment guidelines required
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both clinical and non-clinical audiences Hybrid Virtual Work This role allows employees to work virtually full-time, however employees will be expected to come into the office based on business needs. #LI-JB1