Long-Acting Injectables (LAI) Program Specialist

The Institute of Human Virology (IHV) is currently recruiting an Long-Acting Injectables (LAI) Program Specialist. Under general supervision, this position fills orders for unit doses, pre-package pharmaceutical, intravenous admixtures, DEA Controlled substances, floor stock, supplemental medications, emergency kits, investigational drugs, and general stock requisitions. Performs various related pharmacy duties including such quality management activities as drug product recalls, nursing unit inspections and pharmaceutical care audits.

Benefits (Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties:

• Initiate, monitor, and complete prior authorizations and insurance coverage processes for HIV medications, including long-acting injectables.
  
• Serve as the program lead for LAI treatment coordination, including ordering medication, scheduling administration appointments, and verifying consent and readiness.
  
• Collaborate with prescribers, pharmacy team, case managers, and insurers to remove access barriers.
  
• Manage communication with patients regarding insurance coverage, co-pays, medication delivery, and appointment logistics.
  
• Monitor payer policies, changes in formularies, and LAI eligibility requirements; communicate updates to the care team.
  
• Track, document, and report on program metrics including prior authorization approval rates, injection appointment adherence, and medication delivery timelines.
  
• Troubleshoot insurance rejections and coordinate with pharmacy billing teams to resolve third-party claims issues.
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the IHV clinics medication access mission.

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: Two (2) years of relevant experience in pharmacy, healthcare administration, or program coordination required

Experience with HIV care, specialty pharmacy, or prior authorization strongly preferred.

Other: Related experience to program may be substituted for education.

Hiring Range: $58,500 - $65,000, Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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