IT Specialist - Pharmacy

Sentara; England; Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Specialist - Pharmacy to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency through technology. This role involves analyzing pharmacy workflows, configuring systems, and providing support for pharmacy-related technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SQL, data analytics, and pharmacy operations, along with a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and relevant certifications. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving health every day and enjoy a range of benefits including medical plans, tuition assistance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Legal Resources Plan

Reimbursement for certifications

Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SQL and HL7 is required.
• Pharmacist license and Epic Willow certification are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between pharmacy and IT to optimize pharmacy technologies.
• Analyze workflows and provide technical support.

Skills

SQL

Data Analytics

HL7 Standards

Pharmacy Workflows

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Epic Willow

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Health is looking for an IT Specialist - Pharmacy to join our team!

The IT Specialist - Pharmacy serves as a liaison between the pharmacy department and the IT team to ensure the effective implementation, optimization, and support of pharmacy-related technologies.

This role involves analyzing pharmacy workflows, configuring systems, providing technical support, and participating in projects that enhance patient safety, medication management, and operational efficiency.

Knowledge of SQL query language, data analytics and reporting, and HL7 is required. A pharmacist license is also required for the state of practice.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Pharmacist License (RPh) - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP) required
• Epic Willow Inventory, Willow Ambulatory, and Willow Inpatient certification required

Experience

• Proficiency in SQL for reporting and data analysis; experience with HL7 standards and system integration required.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Pharmacist required.
• Hands-on experience in Epic Willow Build, including configuration and maintenance of Willow Inpatient, Willow Ambulatory, and/or Willow Inventory modules.
• Proven ability to analyze and optimize pharmacy workflows using Epic tools to improve patient safety, medication management, and operational efficiency.
• Familiarity with Epic upgrade cycles, validation, and testing processes for pharmacy modules.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if the established system and employee eligibility criteria are met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce, which is close to 30,000 members. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

Remote Work Positions: Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.