Pharmacist Supervisor - Infusion Authorization - AM (021)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 109,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Pharmacist Supervisor to oversee the infusion authorization team and ensure pharmacy operations meet guidelines and quality care standards. You will supervise daily activities, coordinate with PCC and infusion therapy teams, and optimize scheduling and staffing to maintain patient access and efficient prior authorization support.

The ideal candidate holds a Pharmacy degree, is licensed in Alabama, and has 2+ years of experience, with preferred infusion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and two (2) years of experience required.
• Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Licensed Pharmacist by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily activities of the infusion authorization pharmacists
• Collaborate with the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) supervisor to manage PCC activities
• Oversee scheduling and staffing of the infusion authorization team
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy practice guidelines
• Collaborate with the infusion therapy team and retail pharmacies to ensure smooth patient access, dispensing, and prior authorization support
• Promote rational medication therapy by evaluating all orders in the context of current literature, UAB medication evaluations and the UAB Formulary, contacting the physician or healthcare professional and making recommendation for changes when appropriate.

Skills

Infusion workflows

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $109,250 - $177,530 / year

Shift: full-time AM

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily activities of the infusion authorization pharmacists
• Collaborate with the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) supervisor to manage PCC activities
• Oversee scheduling and staffing of the infusion authorization team
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy practice guidelines
• Collaborate with the infusion therapy team and retail pharmacies to ensure smooth patient access, dispensing, and prior authorization support
• Promote rational medication therapy by evaluating all orders in the context of current literature, UAB medication evaluations and the UAB Formulary, contacting the physician or healthcare professional and making recommendation for changes when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description

To supervise and evaluate pharmaceutical services in an assigned area. To ensure pharmacy operations conform to all applicable internal and external regulations, are fiscally sound and promote quality patient care. Provides pharmaceutical care as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and two (2) years of experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Licensed Pharmacist by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least three (3) years of experience in infusion authorization workflows
• Display the ability to multitask and have excellent teamwork skills

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff