Pharmacy Manager, 340B Program

tuftsmedicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine seeks a Pharmacy Manager to lead the 340B Program across acute care and ambulatory settings. This role will serve as the subject matter expert, coordinating the 340B Oversite Committee and Contract Pharmacy representatives while ensuring policy and regulatory compliance.

The role includes education for Tufts Medicine employees, maintaining 340B knowledge, and guiding the organization through evolving regulations. Strong leadership and collaboration across departments are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy required.
• Pharmacist license required.
• Five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience with supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead 340B Oversite Committee and Contract Pharmacy programs.
• Ensure compliance with HRSA regulations and policy changes.
• Oversee audits, reporting, and crosswalk reviews for 340B program.
• Collaborate with Procurement on purchasing and accumulations for 340B.
• Provide education on 340B requirements to Tufts Medicine staff annually.
• Precepting PGY1 residents and pharmacy students.
• Organize and lead weekly 340B meetings and quarterly Oversite Committee meetings.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Policy implementation

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy

PharmD. (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Pharmacy Manager, 340B Program

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy.
• Pharmacist License.
• Five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience including supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• PharmD.
• Completion of a general pharmacy residency and a specialty residency.
• Eight (8) years of hospital pharmacy experience including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in drug utilization review and analysis.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records.

General Description and Goals

This Manager is a member of the Department of Pharmacy's Leadership Team with a primary focus of assuring compliance with the 340B program and Contract Pharmacy agreements for both acute care and ambulatory settings. This pharmacist will serve as the subject matter expert within the Department of Pharmacy and liaison with the 340B Oversite Committee and the Contract Pharmacy Representatives. The individual in this role will provide leadership for implementing and maintaining policy and guidelines pertaining to the 340B program. This individual will be responsible for maintaining a broad-based knowledge of 340B regulations to maintain system wide compliance with the 340B program. Provide education for all Tufts Medicine employees on a yearly basis as required. Become the subject matter expert for all 340B related issues.

Responsibilities Include

• Serve as the coordinator and leader of the 340B Oversite Committee.
• Assure claim audits are completed in a timely manner.
• Assure information on the HRSA website is correct and notify the primary contact and authorizing agent to enter any changes needed.
• Evaluating and documenting changes to the regulations: updated policy and procedures to maintain compliance.
• Work with the procurement team to ensure the 340B crosswalk and accumulations are continually reviewed and updated.
• Review financial performance of the Contract Pharmacy agreements making changes to the agreement as needed.
• Report Monthly financial performance of the Contract Pharmacy program to the Director of Pharmacy Business Operations.
• Ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Organize and lead weekly 340B meetings.
• Organize and lead quarterly 340B Oversite Committee.
• Precepting PGY1 residents and pharmacy students.
• Work closely with the Procurement team to ensure proper purchasing practices are followed for all pharmaceuticals.
• Assure all reporting is completed in accordance with policy.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing & walking, and lifting of 5-10 lbs.
• May require lifting and carrying light loads, including boxes, equipment, and stooping or kneeling.
• Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate prescription medications and computer keyboard.
• Requires ability to see medications, computer screen and reports.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Superior verbal and written presentation skills.
• Superior communication skills, including developing and giving presentations, both 1-1 and group.
• Knowledge of integrated health networks.
• Knowledge of health plan drug formularies.
• Project and resource management skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand the importance of and respect for the confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of clinical best practices and standards for optimizing medication use.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to work with all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences.
• A robust understanding of chronic health condition management and population management.
• Motivational Interviewing proficiency.
• Ability to prioritize and resolve critical issues efficiently and effectively.
• Detail oriented, with strong organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities.
• Very strong working knowledge and proficiency with technology and business software (Microsoft Office).
• Willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that will continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing pharmacy related services in a hospital or retail setting. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Pharmacy Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a spe