Job Description

GRADE21LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH - Office of Pharmacy Services - Clinical Services Division
300 W. Preston StreetBaltimore, MD 21201Main Purpose of Job
This position is within the Office of Pharmacy Services (OPS), which coordinates and monitors all
clinical pharmacy services provided to Maryland Medicaid Pharmacy Program participants
through Fee-for-Service (FFS), Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), long-term care and other
service delivery models. This position serves as the Clinical expert for the Program in areas including but not limited to, drug coverage policies, coordination of efforts for the implementation and operation of Preferred Drug List (PDL), innovative cost containment strategies, review and analysis of Prospective and Retrospective Drug Utilization Management for each manage care organization
and FFS, compliance functions, operation of boards and committees, and procurement of
pharmacy services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited School of Pharmacy with a doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD).Experience: One year of clinical pharmacy experience as a Registered Pharmacist. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute four additional years of clinical experience as a Registered Pharmacist for the required education.2. Candidates may apply experience gained during a formal residency program to the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Pharmacist classifications or Pharmacist specialty codes in the Pharmacist field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should combine strong clinical expertise with proven project management skills, leadership abilities, and exceptional communication skills, while also being self-motivated.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Registered Pharmacist from the Maryland State Board of Pharmacy, 4201 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the facility with a phone number at which they can be reached.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations , Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
SELECTION PROCESSApplicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.BENEFITSSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to . Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at or Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service .We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.MDHMedCare
Department
MDH Med Care Prgms - Ofc Medicaid Prgms/Operations
Date Opened
8/27/ :59:00 PM
Filing Deadline
9/17/ :59:00 PM
Salary
$93,138.00 - $120,491.00/year, with potential growth to $146,883.00/year
Employment Type
Full-Time
HR Analyst
Quiana Tarleton
Work Location
Baltimore City
Telework Eligible
Yes

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