Primary Care Medication Access Pharmacist Manager

Intermountain Healthcare; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pharmacy Services Leader to oversee all aspects of pharmacy operations. This fully remote role emphasizes safety, quality, and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will lead a team, implement new processes, and ensure compliance with regulations. With a focus on enhancing medication safety and patient experience, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values engaged caregivers and strives for excellence in pharmacy services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work hours

Remote work opportunity

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.
• Effective communication and project management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy services ensuring safety and quality.
• Lead change management and caregiver transitions effectively.

Skills

Pharmacy Practice

Medication Management

Project Management

Quality Improvement

Leadership

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Master’s degree (MBA, MPH, MHA, or MS in pharmacy)

Job description

**Job Description:**

This leader is responsible for managing all aspects of pharmacy services within their scope of responsibility. The leader will ensure that pharmacy services are delivered consistently with Intermountain Health’s Fundamentals of Care (i.e., safety, quality, experience, access, equity, stewardship, engaged caregivers, and growth) and aligned to System Pharmacy Services and their scope of responsibility. The leader ensures a positive customer service experience and that the best possible operational and clinical outcomes are achieved. They will implement and support clinical and operational initiatives by fostering a culture of highly engaged caregivers aligned with organizational goals. The leader is responsible for all human resource responsibilities for their team and for managing the fiscal performance of their department. Additionally, they must ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing pharmacy practice. Typically, this role manages a team of fewer than twenty caregivers and oversees multiple practice areas with complex processes or services.

**Position will work normal clinical hours, Monday - Friday. This position is fully remote.**

**Essential Functions:**

1. Ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient pharmacy services with a culture of accountability aligned with Intermountain Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
2. Creates and sustains a culture of continuous improvement by adopting the Intermountain Operating Model.
3. Collaborates with pharmacy leadership to identify and implement new processes, technologies, and automation to enhance medication safety, operational efficiency, patient experience, caregiver effectiveness, and cost management.
4. Leads change management and caregiver transitions through effective communication and leadership.
5. Analyzes data to inform clinical, business, and operational decisions.
6. Serves as the pharmacy leader responsible for decisions related to pharmacy practice to meet both short- and long-term goals.
7. Defines, tracks, and reports key performance indicators for pharmacy operations and clinical services.
8. Oversees daily team activities, ensuring training, mentoring, and professional development.
9. Handles recruiting, hiring, coaching, evaluating, and corrective actions, fostering a culture of accountability.
10. Supports operational and capital budgeting, maintaining fiscal responsibility.

**Skills:**

• Pharmacy Practice
• Medication Management
• Project Management
• Quality Improvement
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Financial Management

**Minimum Qualifications:**

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy and eligible to obtain a license in a state where Intermountain Health operates.
• Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire; ACLS and PALS if required for the role.
• Experience in a comparable facility and ability to interpret data effectively.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Pharmacy management experience
• Prior authorization and patient assistance experience
• Master’s degree (MBA, MPH, MHA, or MS in pharmacy)
• Post-graduate training or board certification
• Leadership experience in pharmacy services
• Experience in an integrated healthcare system

**Physical Requirements:**

• Visual acuity for reading information and labels
• Verbal communication with providers, colleagues, and patients
• Manual dexterity for manipulating supplies and equipment, including computer use

**Location:** Supply Chain Center, Midvale, Utah

**Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40

The hourly rate ranges from $62.38 to $91.66, depending on experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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