ADAP Pharmacist

Overview

Pay Grade: O

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This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
The ADAP Pharmacist provides clinical, operational, and programmatic support to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) and the ADAP Contract Pharmacy (ACP) Network. This position ensures compliance with federal and state requirements, supports high-quality HIV and Hepatitis C medication management, and contributes to program monitoring, reporting, and continuous quality improvement efforts. The role also supports data management and reporting functions related to the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Part B Program.   NOTE: We do not write or dispense prescriptions.

Job Responsibilities
Provide HIV and Hepatitis C medication management training and educational resources for the ADAP Contract Pharmacy (ACP) Network.
Oversight and monitoring of daily ADAP pharmacy operations for the ACP Network.
Oversight and monitoring of ADAP contract pharmacy network audits and visits to review contract compliance including antiretroviral therapy management and dispensing.
Assist with Pharmaceutical-related system improvements of ADAP and the ACP Network.
Provide pharmacy expertise and TA to the Office of HIV/AIDS, ADAP, Part B subrecipients and others.
Oversight operations of the management of 340B purchased pharmaceuticals in the areas of drug storage, handling, distribution and documentation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Coordinate and facilitate the Georgia ADAP Advisory Committee (AAC).
Develops, implements and evaluates the surveillance of drug utilization review process for the
ADAP Advisory Committee (AAC) for ADAP formulary maintenance.
Monitors and analyzes the data management and quality assurance functions for Pharmacy
Benefits Manager (PBM) monitoring, ADAP pharmacy reporting, OPA website and pharmaceutical purchases.
Participate in the review of HIV nurse protocols.
Participate in the DPH Viral Hepatitis Elimination Workgroup.
Assist with CQM-related reports and assignments as indicated.
Assist with development and/or revisions of HIV related medication guidelines.
Attend educational conferences or other events sponsored by HRSA, DPH, GA AETC, professional organizations, or other appropriate sponsoring organizations to maintain current knowledge of HIV clinical practice and/or clinical quality management.
Address ADAP Program Issues such as:Payment issues
Internal Contract Issues
Drug account contracts
Account set ups for districts and for the state for vendors
Drug shortage
Billing issues for pharmaceuticals at the districts
340B issues

Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate or professional degree in pharmacology from an accredited college or university and current Georgia license to practice pharmacology.

Preferred Qualifications:
One year of professional pharmacology experience in HIV/AIDS clinical care, public health pharmacy, or a related field.

Additional Information
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.