Primary Care Medication Access Pharmacist Manager

Intermountain Healthcare; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacy leader to manage comprehensive pharmacy services. This fully remote position offers an opportunity to implement clinical initiatives and foster a culture of accountability among caregivers. The role emphasizes the delivery of safe, high-quality pharmacy services aligned with organizational goals. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and project management skills, along with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in patient care and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in the relevant state.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy services ensuring safety and quality.
• Lead change initiatives and oversee team training and development.

Skills

Pharmacy

Medication Management

Project Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Quality Improvement

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 the goals within their area of responsibility, the service line, and the organization. The leader is responsible for all human resource responsibilities for their team and for the fiscal performance management of their team. Additionally, they must ensure the facility remains perpetually compliant with all current laws, regulations, and requirements established by regulatory bodies guiding pharmacy practice. Typically, this leader manages a team of fewer than twenty caregivers and oversees multiple practice areas or responsibilities with highly complex processes or pharmacy 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 consistent with Intermountain Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
2. Creates and sustains a culture of continuous improvement by fully adopting the Intermountain Operating Model.
3. Works with pharmacy leadership to identify and implement new processes, technologies, and automation to improve medication safety, operational efficiencies, patient experience, caregiver effectiveness, and reduce expenses.
4. Effectively leads change and related caregiver transitions through effective leadership and strong written and verbal communication.
5. Researches, analyzes, and synthesizes data/informational elements to make well-informed clinical, business, and operational recommendations.
6. Serves as the pharmacy leader responsible for decisions pertaining to pharmacy practice needs to meet both short- and long-term goals.
7. Defines, tracks, and reports key performance indicators related to pharmacy operations and clinical services.
8. Oversees daily activities of the team and ensures appropriate training, mentoring, and professional development of all caregivers.
9. Manages recruiting, hiring, coaching, evaluating, and corrective actions with caregivers who are direct reports and for creating a culture of accountability and standards achievement.
10. Supports creation of operational and capital budgets and maintains fiscal accountability.

**Skills:**

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

**Minimum Qualifications:**

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Licensed to practice pharmacy.
• Licensed in a state in which Intermountain Health operates or eligibility to obtain a license upon hire.
• Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers if required for the role and location within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) if required for the role and location within 90 days of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if required for the role and location within 90 days of hire.
• Prior experience and demonstrated competence in area of practice at a facility of comparable size and complexity.
• Ability to effectively interpret and use data.
• Effective project and time management skills.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Pharmacy management experience.
• Previous prior authorization experience.
• Patient assistance experience.
• Master’s degree in fields such as MBA, MPH, MHA, or MS in pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Pharmacy residency, other post-graduate training, and/or board certification.
• Leadership experience in pharmacy services with a similar or relevant scope of responsibility.
• Experience working in an integrated healthcare delivery system.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Ongoing need for visual acuity for reading information, labels, documents, monitors, and assessing customer needs.
• Frequent verbal interactions requiring clear communication and understanding spoken information quickly and accurately.
• Manual dexterity for manipulating supplies and equipment with precision, including frequent computer use.

**Location:** Supply Chain Center

**Work City:** Midvale

**Work State:** Utah

**Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$62.38 - $91.66

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more here.

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

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