Pharmacist - Medicaid Policy & Quality Support

University-of-Louisiana-At-Monroe; Breard (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisiana at Monroe College of Pharmacy seeks a qualified pharmacist to support the Louisiana Medicaid Pharmacy Program in Baton Rouge or Monroe. You will assist with policy implementation, pharmacy program operations, and related reporting.

Responsibilities include 340B pricing, DUR, prior authorization, help desk support, and data extraction for quarterly and monthly MCO reports. Strong organizational skills and licensure are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACPE-accredited School/College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or higher.
• Pharm.D. degree preferred or equivalent work-related experience.
• Current Louisiana Pharmacist License or eligibility; license in good standing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or on a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support LDH and ULM with Louisiana Medicaid Pharmacy Program operations.
• Assist with 340B Drug Pricing, DUR, prior authorization, and related audits.
• Respond to Help Desk inquiries and maintain the Medicaid pharmacy lists.
• Prepare reports and defend policy updates; draft provider notices.
• Extract and analyze claims data; serve as report owner for MCOs.
• Support disaster relief activities and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Pharmacist license

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organization

Teamwork

Education

ACPE accredited School/College of Pharmacy (B.S. or higher)

Pharm.D. degree preferred

Job description

The University of Louisiana at Monroe College of Pharmacy seeks a qualified pharmacist to support the Louisiana Medicaid Pharmacy Program in Baton Rouge or Monroe. You will assist with policy implementation, pharmacy program operations, and related reporting.

Responsibilities include 340B pricing, DUR, prior authorization, help desk support, and data extraction for quarterly and monthly MCO reports. Strong organizational skills and licensure are essential for success.