NEOGOV · 4 hours ago
MEDICAID PHARMACIST - UNCLASSIFIED
Carson City
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$170K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Medicaid Pharmacist to provide leadership and oversight of the Nevada Medicaid pharmacy benefit. The role involves improving beneficiary health outcomes, managing pharmacy operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic plans for pharmacy services that align with the organization's goals and the needs of the Medicaid population
Provide leadership and direction for all pharmacy operations, including managing a team and ensuring professional development
Ensure full compliance with all federal and state regulations and monitor and analyze pharmacy utilization data to identify trends, potential fraud and abuse, and areas for quality improvement
Analyze and interpret clinical and financial data to support formulary decisions and program effectiveness
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including state Medicaid agencies, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), pharmaceutical manufacturers, and other departments within the organization
Negotiate and manage contracts with PBMs and other pharmacy vendors
Provide clinical guidance and support to various internal departments that require clinical pharmacist intervention
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or Bachelor of Pharmacy and an active and unrestricted Nevada Pharmacist license in good standing; or a Pharmacist License from another state and the ability to obtain a Nevada Pharmacist's license within 90 days of starting in the role
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing pharmacist, including at least 3 years in leadership
Preferred experience in managed care, health plan, or pharmacy benefit management settings
Benefits
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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