Primary Care Medication Access Pharmacist Manager

Intermountain Healthcare; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Pharmacy Services Leader to oversee pharmacy operations, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with regulations. This role involves managing a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and implementing innovative practices to enhance patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, and a passion for improving healthcare outcomes. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the community while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote position and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in relevant states.
• Effective communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of pharmacy services ensuring quality and safety.
• Lead change and implement new processes for operational efficiency.
• Analyze data for informed clinical and operational decisions.

Skills

Pharmacy

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, 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 team. Additionally, they must ensure the facility remains compliant with all applicable laws, regulations, and requirements. Typically, this leader manages a team of fewer than twenty caregivers and oversees multiple practice areas with 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 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. 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 effectively through strong leadership and communication.
5. Analyzes data to make informed clinical, business, and operational decisions.
6. Serves as the pharmacy leader responsible for decisions related to pharmacy practice to meet short- and long-term goals.
7. Defines, tracks, and reports key performance indicators for pharmacy operations and clinical services.
8. Oversees daily team activities and ensures appropriate training, mentoring, and professional development.
9. Manages recruiting, hiring, coaching, evaluating, and corrective actions to foster a culture of accountability.
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 from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy.
• Licensed or eligible to obtain licensure 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.
• 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, MS in pharmacy).
• Residency, board certification, or relevant postgraduate training.
• Leadership experience in pharmacy services.
• Experience in integrated healthcare systems.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Visual and manual dexterity for reading, manipulating supplies, and computer use.
• Frequent verbal communication and hearing to interact with others.

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

**Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40

The hourly range is $62.38 - $91.66, dependent on experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support well-being and professional growth. Learn more at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits.

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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