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Quality Assurance Pharmacist

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Virginia.gov

Richmond, US · Full-time · $135,080 – $140,080

About this role

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) seeks a Quality Assurance Pharmacist to deliver exceptional services to the Office of Chief Medical Officer. This role ensures the quality of Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee functions, including preparation and facilitation of meetings. It demands advanced claims auditing and understanding of state and federal regulations.

Day-to-day responsibilities include ongoing management of the Pharmacy Drug List (PDL) and support and auditing of supplemental and Federal rebate programs. The position requires Virginia pharmacist licensure within 90 days of hire. In-office needs cover attending in-person meetings, external stakeholder engagements, and occasional conferences.

This highly collaborative, multidisciplinary role suits an independent strategic leader fostering innovation, compliance, and accountability for internal and external stakeholders. DMAS improves health and well-being through high quality health care coverage access. Core values emphasize service, collaboration, trust, problem solving, and adaptability.

Located in beautiful Central Virginia's Richmond area, enjoy proximity just 2 hours from Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia Beach, and Washington DC. Talented individuals align experience with DMAS mission. Come as you are and become who you want to be—that is our promise.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of managed care pharmacy
  • Experience working with pharmacy claims and related analytics
  • Experience with functions of a Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
  • Experience in creating and analyzing healthcare standards
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • Experience working with state and/or federal regulations
  • Experience managing multiple priorities concurrently to meet deadlines
  • Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
  • Current pharmacist license or ability to attain licensure in Virginia within 3 months

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the quality of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee functions
  • Prepare and facilitate Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee meetings
  • Manage the ongoing Pharmacy Drug List (PDL)
  • Support and audit supplemental and Federal rebate programs
  • Perform advanced claims auditing
  • Apply thorough understanding of state and federal regulatory requirements
  • Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and foster accountability for stakeholders

Benefits

  • Hiring Range: $135,080 - $140,080
  • Pay Band 6
  • Located in beautiful Central Virginia, 2 hours from Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia Beach, and Washington DC
  • Align with core values: service, collaboration, trust, problem solving, and adaptability