Pharmacy Cost Specialist

General Purpose

Supports pharmacy cost management initiatives through detailed analysis, auditing, reporting, and execution of cost-saving strategies.

This role functions as a subject matter expert and operational driver for pharmacy cost optimization across facilities.

Essential Duties


* Perform pharmacy cost analysis, audits, and trend identification to support leadership


* Track and maintain savings initiatives, credits, rebates, and audit outcomes


* Conduct invoice and billing audits, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues


* Support billing accuracy through payer, coding, and export file validation


* Assist with preparation of financial reports and leadership materials


* Maintain contract documentation and support vendor coordination


* Support implementation of cost-saving initiatives and tools


* Ensure accurate documentation, data integrity, and organization across systems

Minimum Qualifications


* 3-5 years of experience in pharmacy operations, healthcare billing, revenue cycle, or related healthcare setting required


* Experience with pharmacy billing, medication ordering systems, or long-term care/SNF operations preferred


* Experience auditing invoices, identifying billing discrepancies, or working with financial data strongly preferred


* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel required (data analysis, formulas, reporting)


* Experience working with EHR systems (PCC preferred) and large datasets

Preferred Qualifications


* Pharmacy, clinical, or healthcare-related background preferred (e.g., CNA, LPN, RN, Pharmacy Technician, or pharmacy account management experience)


* Relevant certifications in healthcare, billing, or analytics a plus but not required

Pay Range: $75,000 - $80,000 depending on experience

Physical Demands


* Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer, including frequent use of a keyboard, mouse, calculator, and telephone.


* Frequent viewing and analysis of spreadsheets, invoices, reports, billing records, and electronic data.


* Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, pharmacies, and facility personnel through verbal and written communication.


* Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout office and healthcare facility environments.


* Ability to lift and carry light office materials and equipment up to 15 pounds occasionally.


* Ability to maintain attention to detail, analyze large amounts of data, and perform repetitive auditing and reporting tasks with accuracy.


* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare and operational environment.


* Visual ability to read detailed financial records, reports, spreadsheets, and electronic communications.


* Occasional travel to facilities, meetings, or training sessions may be required based on business needs.

Join PACS: Elevate Healthcare with Us!

PACS is elevat...