Pharmacy Compliance Analyst

Stanford Medicine Children's Health; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 56,867 - 75,423; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Palo Alto, California seeks a Pharmacy Compliance Analyst responsible for audit and compliance reporting for the 340B Drug Discount program. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience. This role ensures adherence to departmental policies and requires collaboration with various managers. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $41.28 to $54.75 per hour, reflecting experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepare compliance reports for the 340B Drug Discount program.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain records for 340B program compliance.
• Collaborate with managers for program compliance.

Skills

Judgment

Relationship building

Confidentiality

Organization

Effective communication

Regulatory knowledge

Healthcare industry knowledge

Pharmacology knowledge

Pharmaceutical handling

Biological Sciences knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Pharmaceutical software

Job description

Company Description

At Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, we know world‑renowned care begins with world‑class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family‑centered care. It’s why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state‑of‑the‑art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. And it’s why we need caring, committed people on our team – like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job ID

P140525-2005

Job Summary

Pharmacy Compliance Analyst under the general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy Services, is responsible for preparation of audit and compliance reports required for the institution's participation in the Federal 340B Drug Discount program. This includes reviewing and revising required policy and procedures.

Essential Functions

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of Departmental Policies and Procedures.
• Prepares short and long range goals and objectives for the assigned Pharmacy area for the review and approval of the Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager.
• Ensures adherence to all Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures.
• Ensures proper control and record keeping for 340B program compliance; routinely reviews records to assure accountability and conformity with legal requirements, and immediately reports any discrepancies and deviations from established policies and procedures to the Associate Director.
• Coordinates and integrates program compliance within department and with other departments by continually collaborating with managers.
• Prepares Word, Excel and PowerPoint reports of pharmaceutical purchasing, dispensing and billing from third‑party software and hospital and department data systems.
• Ensures there is adequate ongoing educational programs and training opportunities for all staff in area of responsibility, including orientation of new employees and relevant in‑service education sessions.
• Develops and maintains an effective system of information, records and reports for assigned departments utilizing appropriate manual or electronic systems.
• Adjudications of reports and analysis to the NDC level of drug products.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in a work‑related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

License/Certification: None Required.

Knowledge

• Ability to apply judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
• Knowledge of the healthcare industry and the policies and practices of the hospital.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations; pharmacology and pharmacological nomenclature; medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and disease states.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry and mathematics as they relate to pharmacy practice.

Physical Requirements

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $41.28 to $54.75

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, disability or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.