Pharmacy Consultant (NY HELPS) - 88079
This position will be responsible for various functions within the Medicaid Pharmacy Program. Duties include performing formulary management activities, policy development, evaluating and updating Medicaid Pharmacy polices, handling member and provider inquires and requests for coverage, Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board support including review of the clinical materials and assistance with logistics and interface with DUR Board members and implementing pharmacy related budget initiatives. Delegate tasks and assignments, provide supervision, guidance and oversight to staff, and review, monitor and evaluate staff performance through performance evaluations and mandatory training completion as necessary.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Candidates must possess a license and current registration to practice pharmacy in New York State, and two years of post-licensure experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in managed care and/or pharmacy benefits management. Knowledge of pharmacy utilization management practices, formulary evaluation and drug rebate programs. Strong analytical skills are required in order to evaluate large amounts of clinical and/or financial data. Strong presentation skills. Comprehensive knowledge of Medicaid managed care and fee-for-service pharmacy programs including but not limited to drug utilization review (DUR) and formulary and preferred drug list (PDL) development. Experience with the activities of a Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and/or Drug Utilization Review Board and presenting information to stakeholder groups. Strong organizational and follow-up skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Additional Comments Posted salary range includes the statutory hiring rate of $96,336-$121,413 plus $11,000 Geographic Pay Differential. This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required. We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
- Shift & Geographic pay differentials
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
- And many more...
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit:
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