Pharmaceutical Consultant II, Department Of Health Services (Specialist)

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Pharmaceutical Program Consultant (PPC) in the Clinical Operations Section, the Pharmaceutical Consultant II (PC II) will oversee the administration of pharmacy benefits for Medi-Cal and other state programs, maintaining current policies and implementing policy changes, analyzing drug utilization across all programs to support Department's Quality of Care initiatives, and will perform other work as required. The PC II will oversee pharmacy benefits administration by the Fiscal Intermediary (FI) and ensure that Medi-Cal and the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) policies are correctly implemented. The PC II will provide clinical and operational support in development and implementation of new policies and maintain existing ones as they relate to Fee For Service pharmacy benefits for Medi-Cal and other State programs including California Children's Services (CCS), Genetically Handicapped Persons Program (GHPP), and Family Planning Access Care Treatment (Family PACT).

Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California's health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies may which occur within 180 days of the expiration date of this job control.

NOTE: To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. Please visit the CalCareers website to take the exam for this classification. PC II Exam Link

This position is eligible for telework. Please refer to the duty statement attached below and the "Telework Information" section on this Job Control for additional information.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details.

This is a statewide recruitment, and the position may be located in the following locations:

Sacramento County (Reporting building

• 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814)

Los Angeles County (Reporting building

• 311 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013)

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PHARMACEUTICAL CONSULTANT II, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-425697

Position #(s):

805-550-7994-003

Working Title:

Pharmaceutical Clinical Operations Specialist

Classification:

PHARMACEUTICAL CONSULTANT II, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES (SPECIALIST)

$7,442.00 - $10,765.00

This classification will also receive an additional Recruitment and Retention (R&R) differential of $2000.00 per month.

of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

DHCS is California's health care safety net, helping millions of low-income and disabled Californians each and every day.

DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.

DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians.

DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.

Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA Pharmacists License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Statement of Qualifications

Below are three areas of expertise that this position will be responsible for. Please put your responses in a document that can be attached (uploaded) with your application documents.

This is a required document and if not submitted, you will not be considered for the position. Please limit your responses to a maximum one page for each question.

1.Please describe how your work experience qualifies you for administration and oversight of pharmacy benefit role in this position.

2.Please describe how your work experience qualifies you for Utilization Management (UM) maintenance and oversight role in this position.

3.Please describe how your work experience qualifies you for formulary maintenance and oversight role in this position.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/24/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Health Care Services

Attn: Certification Technician

• JC-425697

M.S. 1300

P.O. Box 997411

Sacramento, CA 95899-7411

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Health Care Services

JC-425697

1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see the "Special Requirements" section of this advertisement for instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Continuous and ongoing training

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave

• Defined retirement program

• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

We need your help! Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief optional survey: SurveyMonkey Link

This survey is not required to be considered for this position.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:

Katie Kellinger

(916) 345-7613

katie.kellinger@dhcs.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

(916) 440-7370

civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Telework Information

Statewide Positions:

The DHCS standard for hybrid work is a minimum of two days per week in-person and site-based and up to three teleworking days per week in accordance with DHCS' Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 - 14203. This position may be eligible for telework up to five days a week, contingent on operational business needs. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change.

The selected candidate will be assigned an available DHCS office closest to their residence prior to their start date. The selected candidate will be required to report to their assigned DHCS office and other DHCS locations as needed.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

A current California Pharmacist License (valid certification of registration in pharmacy issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy) is required. Please upload a copy of your license to this job control for verification of the minimum qualifications (MQ's). This will help us in the interview selection process. Thanks!

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. If mailing your paper application, please put the job control number on the envelope. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying" section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR's CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.