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Job Posting Title

Managed Care Pharmacist

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

Pharmacy

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$112,705.00/ annual

Why You'll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), your work matters. Every day, our team helps ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. Guided by our core values, Passion for Purpose, Trust & Transparency, Empowerment & Accountability, Best-in-Class, Outcome-Driven, and Servant Leadership, we foster a workplace where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Learn more about OHCA.

Let's Talk Benefits

We know your great work deserves great support. Here's a snapshot of what we offer for all eligible employees.

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.

• A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.

• 11 paid holidays annually.

• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.

• Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.

• Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.

Job Description

Location: 4345 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Salary: $112,705.00/ annual

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday

Primary Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Agency/Division Information

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency's core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.

Position Purpose

The Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical care within the institution. This role oversees the review, compounding, dispensing, and monitoring of medications, including controlled and investigational substances, while safeguarding patient safety through accurate prescription interpretation, therapy evaluation, and clinical consultation. The position also provides leadership to pharmacy staff, ensures regulatory compliance, contributes clinical expertise to institutional decision-making, and promotes quality pharmaceutical practices across all areas of service.

Principal Activities May Include:

• Reviews and interprets prescriptions.

• Compounds and dispenses medications, controlled substances, investigational drugs and samples as ordered by physicians.

• Reviews and maintains patient profiles for appropriateness of drug therapy, allergies, interactions and side effects.

• Reviews and verifies technician activities.

• Consults with physicians as necessary.

• Assists in investigating reports of adverse drug reactions and the preparation or required reports.

• Monitors drug supplies and ensures the security of controlled substances.

• Directs the ordering of new supplies and the disposition of outdated medications as appropriate.

• Assigns tasks to technicians or clerks assigned to the pharmacy.

• Ensures on-coming shifts are properly staffed and briefed.

• Assists in providing in-service training to clerks, technicians, interns, residents and nurses.

• Maintains records of controlled substances.

• Ensures compliance with pharmacy policies and procedures.

• Assists in the preparation of pharmacy reports.

• Provides drug information for medical personnel at institutions.

• Makes formulary recommendations.

• Provides staff of an institution with drug information, data, references, etc.

• Provides clinical input on institutional committees.

• Directs or supervises pharmacy staff, including staff at satellite pharmacies.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competency Requirements

This position requires comprehensive knowledge of prescription medications, controlled substance regulations, pharmaceutical calculations, compounding procedures, and clinical pharmacy practices, including the interpretation of laboratory results and evaluation of drug interactions and therapeutic appropriateness. The role demands strong analytical skills to assess complex medication regimens, precise attention to detail in preparing and documenting medications, and the ability to supervise pharmacy staff while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The pharmacist must communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams, provide drug information and clinical guidance, and maintain secure, compliant medication management processes. Key Korn Ferry competencies for this role include Ensures Accountability, Collaborates, and Manages Complexity, reflecting the need for regulatory rigor, cross-functional partnership, and sound clinical judgment in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history.

Education and/or Experience:

• Valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of Oklahoma and 3 years of experience as a pharmacist OR

• PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of Oklahoma.

Preference Qualifications Include:

• Experience with claims analysis for health plans, pharmacy benefit management, or drug utilization review

• Medicaid experience (especially SoonerCare)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. In the course of performing job duties, employees are required to speak, stand, walk, and reach with their hands and arms. This position requires extended periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of this position.

Accommodation Statement

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority complies with applicable State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at 405-522-7335.

Notice to applicants:

Please add OHCAHR@okhca.org to the address book or "safe-senders" list in your email. All correspondence will come from this address. Be sure to check your junk folder. If you have questions about the status of your application, you can contact the HR team at 405-522-7093.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through Workday Jobs Hub.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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