Clinical Pharmacist

The MO HealthNet Division has an opening for a Clinical Pharmacist within the Pharmacy Unit located in Cole County.

Job Posting Number: 3640 8429005

Semi-monthly salary: The current rate for this position is $6,226.27 . Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

Annual Salary: $149,430.52

Job Location: This position is located at the Howerton State Office Building ; 615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO. All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available.

The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

Why you'll love this position: Join a supportive team managing the MO HealthNet Pharmacy Program, where your efforts directly support Missouri's most vulnerable populations. Our team values open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect, creating an environment where everyone's ideas are encouraged and considered. We regularly share knowledge and support one another through mentoring and teamwork, helping each team member achieve their best. While the work may be challenging, the impact is rewarding as we work collaboratively to serve the community and ensure a sustainable program for the state.

• Educate providers on MO HealthNet policies and procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical reviews for drug prior authorization requests.
• Mentor and supervise pharmacy students as a preceptor.
• Evaluate and oversee Retro DUR mailings and communications.
• Develop and update clinical, fiscal, and preferred drug list policies.
• Analyze pharmacy claims to identify and report utilization trends.
• Improve and maintain pharmacy system programs to optimize clinical outcomes.
• Support the creation and revision of policies.
• Interpret State Statutes, regulations, and MHD Policy and Procedure.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Missouri licensed pharmacist and 1-4 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must have a comprehensive understanding of clinical pharmacy programs, pharmacy claims processing systems, and clinical adjudication tools. A strong working knowledge of pharmacy operations and pharmaceutical product management is essential. Outstanding interpersonal skills are required, including the ability to clearly and simply explain complex information to a variety of audiences. The successful candidate will prioritize tasks and make decisions when consequences are clear.


The following experience is highly desirable:

• Experience with pharmacy claims processing systems.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate complex pharmacy claims.
• Experience developing and applying utilization management criteria.
• Involvement with P&T Committees, DUR Boards, Retro-DUR program management, vendor management, contract reviews, and deliverables oversight.
• Experience monitoring and reviewing prior authorization (PA) requests including but not limited to traditional, specialty, high-cost medications, or complex pharmaceutical therapies, such as Cell & Gene therapies (CGTs), Orphan Drug therapies, etc.
• Experience serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students.
• Clinical pharmacy experience preferred over retail pharmacy experience.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: Mangesh Y. Joglekar View email address on click.appcast.io. If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at View email address on click.appcast.io.


Recruitment Area : All qualified applicants.

Application Deadline : August 24, 2026