Pharmacy Informatics Specialist

Hunterdon Health; Bartles Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunterdon Health in Flemington, NJ seeks a Pharmacy Information Systems Specialist to oversee the implementation of the Pharmacy Information System, coordinate testing, track issues, and manage go-live activities for the pharmacy department.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in IS or related field and close collaboration with Pharmacy staff, IS leadership, and vendors to deliver compliant, secure system solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in IS or related field.
• Current license in area of Clinical Practice.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and meets the needs of the Pharmacy Department using technology or automation.
• Responds to requests from IS Leadership, Pharmacy, Medical Staff, and Nursing to adjust the system per change management procedures.
• Maintains accurate formulary in collaboration with clinical Pharmacy staff.
• Builds clinical rules and alerts into the Pharmacy system.
• Sets formulary defaults to comply with Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee standards.
• Integrates technology into clinical workflow based on clinical practice insights.
• Develops and maintains manuals and FAQ files explaining Pharmacy information system functions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IS or related field

Job description

HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc. , 2100 Wescott Drive , Flemington , NJ

Variable , Variable shift

Hiring Range: $67.00 Hourly

PositionSummary

This individual is responsible for managing the implementation of the Pharmacy Information Systems in conjunction with other clinical disciplines involved in the project. This includes file building, coordinating testing, tracking all issues as it relates to the pharmacy information system, monitoring and managing application system support. Works closely with vendors, establishes systems and application security as needed, provides user support, and coordinates go-live activities as it relates to the pharmacy department. Serves as a liaison between the Pharmacy and the Information Services Department.

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Identifies and recognizes the needs of the Pharmacy Department and uses technology and/or automation to meet those needs
• Responds to the requests of IS Leadership, Pharmacy, Medical Staff, and/or Nursing Departments to make adjustments to the computer system following change management procedures in a timely manner
• Maintains accurate formulary in conjunction with clinical Pharmacy staff.
• Builds clinical rules and alerts into the Pharmacy system that meets best practices and standards
• Sets formulary defaults to be in compliance with established standards and rulings of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
• Utilizes knowledge of clinical practice to integrate technology into clinical practice workflow. Analyzes the impact of information technology on clinical work practice, working closely with Pharmacy management and staff.
• Develops and maintains written manuals and FAQ files that clearly outline the functions of the Pharmacy information systems

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in IS or related field

Preferred:

None

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

None

Preferred:

None

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

None

Preferred:

Current license in area of Clinical Practice.

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

None

Preferred:

None

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefitofferings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).