首选药物清单（PDL）药剂师-密苏里州（任何城市，MO，美国，99999）

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Summary

As part of the Gainwell Pricing and Contracting team, the Preferred Drug List (PDL) Pharmacist supports the clinical, operational and financial PDL needs of the Medicaid Fee-for-Service line of business. This role manages the implementation, maintenance and expansion of the PDL and ensures that adjudication and related communications reflect the latest changes. The primary responsibility is the development and maintenance of a clinically appropriate and fiscally responsible PDL. Fulfilling this objective entails the following activities: monitoring drug file-related changes such as new drugs, new generics, discontinuations and their impact; developing PDL-related prior authorization criteria; identifying needed therapeutic class reviews (TCRs) and assisting with their creation and update; analyzing net cost comparisons; and monitoring Client utilization and market share trends. Additional tasks include efficiently operationalizing the program; identifying areas for improvement; and working cross-functionally to implement, update, and maintain PDL-related information in the Pharmacy Services Module.

Your role in our mission

• Primary point of contact for the Client for all aspects of PDL maintenance, development, expansion, and transformation

• Provide PDL subject matter expertise to troubleshoot PDL-related matters

• Manage weekly meetings with Client to review clinical, operational and financial impacts to the PDL

• Monitor drug-related changes impacting the PDL including, but not limited to, new drugs, new generics, discontinuations, Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (MDRP) changes, price changes, drug shortages

• Manage prior authorization criteria for PDL drugs

• Code PDL drugs/drug statuses on the PDL coding file

• Draft publications (e.g., agendas, minutes, PDL lists) for Client review and public dissemination

• Participate in and contribute to clinical and financial drug review meetings

• Concisely present complex clinical information to the Client and at Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee meetings

• Take responsibility for all PDL-related pre- and post-P&T Committee meeting deliverables

• Create strategy recommendations for drugs, therapeutic drug classes, and utilization management edits/criteria

• Research and explain clinical and business aspects of drugs and drug strategies to internal business partners and the Client

• Stay informed of upcoming changes in the drug market including brand patent expirations, generic and biosimilar releases, new drug therapies, and other industry changes that affect State drug expenditures

• Interface with and function as the liaison between internal (e.g., clinical services, account pharmacy team) and external pharmacy stakeholders to ensure end-to-end PDL management

• Analyze comprehensive clinical evaluations in conjunction with net cost (using State pricing methodologies and factoring in Federal Medicaid rebates and State supplemental rebates) to inform strategic PDL management recommendations

• Support PDL-adjacent financial programs including volume-based agreements, value-based agreements (VBAs), the Brand over Generic program and the preferred diabetic supplies program (DSP)

• Create and maintain necessary desk level procedures (DLPs) to support consistency and business continuity

• Leverage out-of-the-box (OOTB) technology to optimize efficient management of the PDL operations

What we're looking for

• Excellent public speaking abilities

• Proven experience managing formularies from clinical, operational and financial perspectives

• Strong personal computer and business solutions software skills

• Proven ability to interact with varied internal and external stakeholders

• Proven ability to interface with and manage Account and Client relationships

Additional Skills/Experience

• PharmD or commensurate experience

• An active Pharmacist license is required

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.

• 3+ years of experience in pharmacy benefits management or managed care

• Experience working in Medicaid, healthcare technology, and/or pharmacy analytics is required

• Deep clinical and operational expertise

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to abide by Gainwell policies

• Ability to maintain attendance to support required quality and quantity of work

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective work relationships with coworkers, clients, members, providers, and customers

• Ability to develop, organize, and maintain project plans and agendas

What you should expect in this role

• Candidates must be located in Missouri to be eligible for this remote position.

• 0-10% of travel.

• Supports Gainwell Pharmacy Center of Excellence (COE)

This posting is intended for pipelining purposes and will remain open to accept applications on an ongoing basis.

The pay range for this position is $113,700.00 - $162,400.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.
We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.
Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.
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