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Consultant Pharmacist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs apply, so your nationality affects your timeline to lawful permanent residence.
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Location: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
CarelonRx is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies. CarelonRx pairs a strong, clinical-first lens with deep pharmacy expertise to create solutions that improve outcomes, control costs, and enhance each member’s health.
Schedule: This position will work an 8-hour shift from 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm (EST), Monday through Friday. Additional hours, including weekends or holidays, may be required based on operational needs.
The Pharmacist Consultant will be responsible for supporting disease management programs and physicians care plans through drug therapy evaluation and consultation for program participants.
How you will make an impact:
- Provides evaluation of member Rx needs and therapies through review of medication history to determine if medications are appropriate.
- Assesses member compliance with plan through direct contact with members and their physicians.
- Determines potential barriers to compliance and identifies solutions to overcome barriers.
- Ensures that members understand appropriate use of current prescriptions.
- Reviews medications with physicians when therapies do not meet national standards and counsels physicians around alternative medications.
- Serves as a resource to the clinical team in disease management and other clinical areas.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires BA/BS in Pharmacy and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current unrestricted Pharmacist license in applicable state(s) required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
- PharmD preferred.
- Experience with direct patient counseling or education is preferred.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferred.
- May require response during non-standard hours.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success – for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
Pharmacist Consultant
Location: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
CarelonRx is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies. CarelonRx pairs a strong, clinical-first lens with deep pharmacy expertise to create solutions that improve outcomes, control costs, and enhance each member’s health.
Schedule: This position will work an 8-hour shift from 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm (EST), Monday through Friday. Additional hours, including weekends or holidays, may be required based on operational needs.
The Pharmacist Consultant will be responsible for supporting disease management programs and physicians care plans through drug therapy evaluation and consultation for program participants.
How you will make an impact:
- Provides evaluation of member Rx needs and therapies through review of medication history to determine if medications are appropriate.
- Assesses member compliance with plan through direct contact with members and their physicians.
- Determines potential barriers to compliance and identifies solutions to overcome barriers.
- Ensures that members understand appropriate use of current prescriptions.
- Reviews medications with physicians when therapies do not meet national standards and counsels physicians around alternative medications.
- Serves as a resource to the clinical team in disease management and other clinical areas.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires BA/BS in Pharmacy and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current unrestricted Pharmacist license in applicable state(s) required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
- PharmD preferred.
- Experience with direct patient counseling or education is preferred.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferred.
- May require response during non-standard hours.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success – for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Consultant Pharmacist
Verify your credential equivalency early
If your pharmacy degree was earned outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before you start applying. PERM requires the employer to confirm your qualifications meet the job's minimum requirements, and gaps here can stall the labor certification.
Target health systems with dedicated HR infrastructure
Large hospital networks, integrated health systems, and national pharmacy chains file PERM petitions routinely. Seek out employers with in-house immigration counsel or HR teams experienced in employment-based sponsorship rather than employers filing for the first time.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have actively sponsored Consultant Pharmacist roles through employment-based green card processes. Filtering by role and location helps you focus applications on organizations already familiar with PERM requirements.
Understand the PERM recruitment test requirements
Before DOL certifies your PERM application, your employer must run a mandatory recruitment test, advertising the position and documenting that no qualified U.S. workers were available. This process typically spans several months, so plan your timeline accordingly.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your employer files the I-140 and it's approved, your priority date is set. Nationals of India and China often face significant backlogs under EB-2 and EB-3. Monitor USCIS's monthly Visa Bulletin to understand when your priority date becomes current.
Negotiate a written sponsorship commitment before accepting
Confirm in writing before signing an offer that the employer will file and fund PERM and I-140. Consultant Pharmacist roles often involve contract or locum arrangements where sponsorship eligibility is ambiguous and employers may not cover all associated filing costs.
Green Card Consultant Pharmacist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category applies to Consultant Pharmacist roles?
Most Consultant Pharmacist positions qualify under EB-2, which covers roles requiring an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. If the position requires only a standard Pharm.D. or B.S. in pharmacy, EB-3 as a professional may also apply. Your employer and immigration counsel determine the appropriate category based on the job description used in the PERM filing.
How is the EB-2 or EB-3 green card process different from H-1B for a Consultant Pharmacist?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring an employer petition and, for most applicants, a lottery selection. Employment-based green cards lead to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process is unique to green cards: your employer must file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, run a recruitment test, and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS.
How do I find Consultant Pharmacist employers who actively sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history in pharmacy roles. Many Consultant Pharmacist positions are with large health systems, pharmacy benefit managers, or long-term care organizations. Focusing your search on employers with established immigration programs reduces the risk of an employer agreeing in principle but lacking the infrastructure to complete PERM.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship process starts?
Changing employers during an active PERM or pending I-140 typically requires restarting the process with the new employer. However, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and the I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting. A previously approved I-140's priority date can also be carried over to a new employer's petition.
Does my nationality affect how long it takes to get a green card as a Consultant Pharmacist?
Yes. Employment-based green cards have per-country numerical limits, and nationals of high-demand countries like India and China face priority date backlogs that can extend the wait significantly under both EB-2 and EB-3. Nationals of most other countries typically wait far less time. Monitor USCIS's monthly Visa Bulletin to track when your priority date becomes current and you can proceed to the final step of your green card application.