Licensing and Credentialing Specialist

OverviewThe Licensing & Credentialing Specialist is responsible for the submission, follow-up, and maintenance of all components of pharmacy licensing, credentialing, and regulatory research; and serves in the capacity of a Subject Matter Expert (SME). This role also supports managed care contracting efforts and special projects.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for completing and submitting initial applications, following up on application submission, and the ongoing maintenance of State pharmacy licenses for the organization.

Fulfill all legal requirements with State and Federal agencies to include licensure for new locations and updates to current registrations.

Initial credentialing and maintenance of government pharmacy contracts to include Medicare and Medicaid.

Communicate frequently with internal and external customers on pharmacy licensure status.

Act as the liaison for any inquiries related to licensure issues.

Maintain a database of license expiration dates for renewals as necessary.

Maintain a database of Pharmacist license and Pharmacy Technician registration expiration dates.

Recordkeeping of state licensure, DEA, Controlled Substance licenses.

Proactively identify and escalate potential licensure issues.

Strict confidentiality of pharmacist-in-charge and ownership information.

Assist in managing formal communication with Pharmacy Benefit Managers and Managed Care Organizations.

Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements):

Must possess Specialty pharmacy environment experience (Required).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Thorough knowledge of State and Federal regulatory guidelines (Preferred).

5+ years’ experience in the healthcare industry, pharmacy regulatory experience (Preferred).

Pharmacy Audit Experience (Preferred)

Certified Pharmacy Technician registration or related experience working in a pharmacy (Preferred).

Minimum 2-3 years of experience working in a pharmacy dispensing system (Preferred).

COMPETENCIES:

Initiative, professional in conduct and appearance, punctual, efficient.

Must be able to multi-task and work well under pressure. Able to work in the office or remotely.

Must be proactive, responsive, and resourceful with excellent follow-up and organizational skills.

Highly flexible and motivated individual with an ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

Must consistently demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and discretion.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact well with all levels of clients, customers, and internal personnel.

Must be receptive to instruction with a high regard for customer service.

Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment.

Must exhibit a high level of confidentiality.

About UsDo you want to make a meaningful difference in the quality of healthcare? Omnicell is empowering health systems and pharmacies to radically transform the way they manage medications, so that they can achieve the vision of the Autonomous Pharmacy. Thousands of hospitals, pharmacies, skilled nursing facilities and care homes trust Omnicell to provide continuous innovation. They need us to deliver solutions to meet the ever-evolving challenges of the healthcare landscape. We encourage creative problem solving and outside-of-the-box thinking that only a diverse, well-rounded workforce can bring.Join us as we build on our powerful combination of advanced automation, predictive intelligence, and expert services to create a safer future for patients - one where medication errors are a thing of the past. You'll be joining an organization whose culture encourages individual development, rewards intellectual curiosity, and embraces an inclusive environment. Join our growing company and help shape the future at Omnicell.Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.Omnicell will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.