Pharmacy Contract Manager

ProCare Rx; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Time to Recharge: Paid vacation and/or

Focus on Wellness program

401(k) with company match

Employee Wellness Program

Employee referral program

Job summary

ProCare Rx is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support daily pharmacy operations, respond to network and contract inquiries, and drive contract execution with pharmacies. You will manage communications, coordinate network expansion, and assist in RFP responses from a Healthcare/Pharmacy background.

The role emphasizes proactive vendor relations, data accuracy across systems, and supporting accreditation efforts. Strong teamwork and multitasking across platforms are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a strong team player who can adapt to a team environment and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work in multiple computer systems simultaneously on a daily basis.
• Excellent telephone etiquette and verbal/written communication skills.
• Must be highly organized, motivated, take initiative and possess a willingness to learn new processes.
• Extreme attention to detail required.
• Working knowledge of computers and related software applications such as Word, Excel, Adobe and Outlook a must.
• Must be able to review contracts and learn the differences of each contract.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day operational support for pharmacy questions via phone and/or email.
• Responsible for Network Development emails; respond to requests and questions from pharmacies in a timely manner.
• Initiate and tracks contract from initial draft to full execution.
• Provide written and/or verbal contractual education for pharmacies as needed.
• Target and recruit additional pharmacies to meet Plan network adequacy requirements and/or requests and maintain network relationships with small independent/chain pharmacies.
• Participate in re-contracting efforts as required and directed.
• Shepherd contracts through the negotiation process for independent pharmacies and small chains and maintain relationships with those contracted entities.
• Lead Hospice Contracting initiatives.
• Update multiple systems with contract data and demographic information, as required.
• Submit pricing changes to the Quality Assurance team.
• Assist in RFP responses.
• Responsible for maintaining the Pharmacy Administrative Manual, (PAM).
• Work with the Credentialing Specialist to ensure credentialing standards are met.
• Investigate pharmacy claim issues; pricing complaints and perform Pricing Escalation triage for the network Analyst.
• Communicate with the MAC/Reimbursement team as required.
• Participate in the weekly GER review call and make changes in the system based on those reviews.
• Attend meetings for new plan implementations.
• Ensure deliverables are on time and meet quality levels as expected by ProCare's internal and external customers.
• Coordinate and follow up on pharmacy network fax/email blasts as required.
• Responsible for oversight of monthly import reports and weekly cascading of data through various systems.
• Prepare documentation for audits, as requested by manager and support URAC accreditation.

Skills

Team player

Multitask across systems

Telephone etiquette

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Contract review

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree with two years of experience in a health care setting working with contracts and/or provider relations preferred. PBM experience a plus.

Tools

Word

Excel

Adobe

Outlook

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for day-to-day operational support for pharmacy questions via phone and/or email.
• Responsible for Network Development emails; respond to requests and questions from pharmacies in a timely manner.
• Initiate and tracks contract from initial draft to full execution.
• Provide written and/or verbal contractual education for pharmacies as needed.
• Target and recruit additional pharmacies to meet Plan network adequacy requirements and/or requests and maintain network relationships with small independent/chain pharmacies.
• Participate in re-contracting efforts as required and directed.
• Shepherd contracts through the negotiation process for independent pharmacies and small chains and maintain relationships with those contracted entities.
• Lead Hospice Contracting initiatives.
• Update multiple systems with contract data and demographic information, as required.
• Submit pricing changes to the Quality Assurance team.
• Assist in RFP responses.
• Responsible for maintaining the Pharmacy Administrative Manual, (PAM).
• Work with the Credentialing Specialist to ensure credentialing standards are met.
• Investigate pharmacy claim issues; pricing complaints and perform Pricing Escalation triage for the network Analyst.
• Communicate with the MAC/Reimbursement team as required.
• Participate in the weekly GER review call and make changes in the system based on those reviews.
• Attend meetings for new plan implementations.
• Ensure deliverables are on time and meet quality levels as expected by ProCare's internal and external customers.
• Coordinate and follow up on pharmacy network fax/email blasts as required.
• Responsible for oversight of monthly import reports and weekly cascading of data through various systems.
• Prepare documentation for audits, as requested by manager and support URAC accreditation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a strong team player who can adapt to a team environment and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work in multiple computer systems simultaneously on a daily basis.
• Excellent telephone etiquette and verbal/written communication skills.
• Must be highly organized, motivated, take initiative and possess a willingness to learn new processes.
• Extreme attention to detail required.
• Working knowledge of computers and related software applications such as Word, Excel, Adobe and Outlook a must.
• Must be able to review contracts and learn the differences of each contract.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's Degree with two years of experience in a health care setting working with contracts and/or provider relations preferred. PBM experience a plus.

PHYSICIAN DEMANDS

Requires sitting, standing, and occasional light lifting.

The Perks of Joining Our Team:

We believe in taking care of our team. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and financial future:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life insurance.
• Time to Recharge: Paid vacation and holiday pay.
• Focus on Your Wellness: We offer a robust Employee Wellness Program.
• Invest in Your Future: 401(k) with a company match.
• Support System: Employee Assistance Program provides confidential support and counseling.
• Get Rewarded for Referring Great People: Employee referral program.

ProCare Rx will never ask for a financial commitment from an applicant as part of our recruitment process. All interviews are conducted in-person OR through video conference invitations from official company emails.

ProCare Rx is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

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