Quality Monitor Pharmacist

Job Summary

Pharmacist I – Quality Monitor Pharmacist at Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Funding:
Health & Human Services Comm, Department: QMP Nurses and Pharm RMS FTE.

Location:

4616 W Howard Ln, Austin, TX. Posting number: 17798. Closing date: 07/23/2026. Salary range: $7,015.16 – $11,864.50 monthly (TEXAS‑B‑27). Shift: Day, travel up to 80%.

Full‑time employees receive 100% paid health insurance, defined benefit pension, generous time off, and career advancement opportunities.

• Attend work on a regular schedule; collaborate across MCS.
• Conduct health‑care quality monitoring visits: quality monitoring, rapid response team, and in‑service visits.
• Review and evaluate drug therapies, facility systems, policies, procedures, and performance reports to ensure compliance with evidence‑based practice.
• Provide in‑service education and training to facility staff on evidence‑based best practices.
• Document and report monitoring visit findings, recommendations, and technical assistance.
• Communicate complex clinical information, answer inquiries, address issues, and resolve problems with facility administrators and staff.
• Maintain current knowledge through meetings, seminars, literature reviews, and policy updates.
• Maintain collaborative relationships; supervise or orient peers during quality monitoring visits.

• Current Texas Registered Pharmacist license in good standing.
• Two years of pharmacy experience with adult or geriatric populations.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and automotive insurance; may require reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lb.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal long‑term care regulations and Medicaid, waiver programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, public speaking, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Exceptional judgment, teamwork, and commitment to evidence‑based practice.

• Regular full‑time, exempt; may travel up to 80% across Texas.
• Telework possible subject to agency policy.
• Position may be filled statewide.

Active‑Duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified. HHSC is an equal‑opportunity employer; accommodations are available under the ADA.