Primary Care Medication Access Pharmacist Manager

Intermountain Healthcare; Oklahoma City (OK); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacy leader to manage pharmacy services. This role involves ensuring high-quality care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and leading a team of caregivers. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Pharmacy or relevant degree, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to operational excellence. As a fully remote position, it offers flexibility while making a significant impact on patient care and pharmacy operations. Join a forward-thinking organization that values safety, quality, and the well-being of its caregivers.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of pharmacy services and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead a team to improve operational efficiencies and patient experience.

Skills

Pharmacy

Pharmacy Practice

Medication Management

Project Management

Quality Improvement

Leadership

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science 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. The leader 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, as well as fiscal performance management. Additionally, they must ensure the facility remains compliant with all current laws, regulations, and requirements established by regulatory bodies that guide 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 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. Leads change and caregiver transitions through effective leadership and strong communication.
5. Researches, analyzes, and synthesizes data to make well-informed clinical, business, and operational recommendations.
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 related to pharmacy operations and clinical services.
8. Oversees daily activities of the team, ensuring appropriate training, mentoring, and professional development of caregivers.
9. Manages recruiting, hiring, coaching, evaluating, and corrective actions to foster 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.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy and in a state where Intermountain Health operates, or eligible to obtain a license upon hire.
• Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire, if required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), if required, within 90 days of hire.
• Prior experience and competence in a comparable facility.
• Ability to interpret and use data effectively.
• Effective project and time management skills.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Pharmacy management experience.
• Experience with prior authorization and patient assistance programs.
• Master’s degree (MBA, MPH, MHA, or MS in pharmacy).
• Pharmacy residency, postgraduate training, or board certification.
• Leadership experience in pharmacy services.
• Experience within an integrated healthcare delivery system.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Visual acuity to read information, labels, documents, and monitors.
• Verbal communication skills for interactions with providers, colleagues, and patients.
• Manual dexterity for manipulating supplies and equipment, including 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, offering a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits.

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 veteran status.

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