Under the direction of the Pharmaceutical Program Consultant, Chief of the Pharmacy Policy Branch, the Pharmaceutical Consultant II (Specialist) will analyze state and federal law, regulation, and policy changes for potential impact on the Medi-Cal program. The PC II evaluates and recommends changes to the Contract Drug List and to the list of medical supplies. The PC II will perform other work as required.

Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Medi-Cal Rx formulary program. Review drug utilization and cost analysis for pharmacy benefit design. Organize MCDAC activities, evaluating drug reviews for consideration of formulary additions, prior authorizations, formulary exception criteria guidelines and other clinical decisions. Formulate policies regarding evaluation, selection, diagnostic and therapeutic use and monitoring of medications, products, and devices. Oversee vendors on development and maintenance of Medi-Cal Rx formulary, providing subject matter expertise and clinical support. Partner with PDB Clinical Ops branch to implement formulary changes and clinical edits to adjudicate claims.

Develop issue papers, legislative proposals, regulation changes, and policy proposals on a variety of pharmaceutical policy issues related to Medi-Cal. Develop budget proposals and estimates. Work with fiscal intermediary to develop and initiate claims system changes necessary to implement legislative and policy related changes to the benefit.

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. You may copy and paste the below web address in your browser.

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2HAEE

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

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

Working Conditions

DHCS has embraced the hybrid work environment, and this position will work in a state office building and/or telework at home. Please see the attached duty statement for details on the number of allowable telework days per week.

Telework is based on operational needs for employees who can perform their essential functions remotely and/or whose duties are conducive to teleworking per DHCS' Telework Policy and in accordance with Government Code Sections 14200 - 14203 for employees residing in California.

Should the incumbent need to report to an office, they will need to report to DHCS office location: 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95814

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-411339

Position #(s):
805-510-7994-001

Working Title:
PC II (Specialist) (Hybrid Telework Option)

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:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

We are located in the East End Complex in Midtown Sacramento, just across the street from the Capitol. Electronic applications are strongly encouraged and preferred .

If mailing or dropping off your application, please make sure to put the job control number on the envelope and job application. Thank you!

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

The mission of DHCS is to provide Californians with access to affordable, integrated, high-quality health care, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services and long-term care. Our vision is to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of all Californians.

DHCS is a dynamic Department 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 in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce which reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal

employment opportunity.

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: 2/8/2024
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-411339
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-411339
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.

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

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.

License Requirements

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.

Exam Required

This classification requires an exam to be taken and passed and list certification to be established. The testing office will accept applications continuously. However, pre-established filing dates are scheduled every three months. The filing dates are:

February 29, 2024 May 31, 2024 August 30, 2024 November 26, 2024

Please follow the instructions on the exam bulletin to the fullest detail. Your application through this job vacancy/job control does not affect the exam process. Your State app uploaded here (or mailed or dropped off per the instructions on this job ad) does not go to the exam unit. Please make sure to send or drop off a signed and dated State app to the address in the exam bulletin instructions each time you apply for the exam. Applying for job vacancies and applying for exams are two separate actions.

Click here for the Exam Bulletin

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.