Job Summary
Directs, plans, and leads pharmacy business operations functions. Coordinates activities between the various stakeholders within Pharmacy, Revenue Cycle, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence and Analytics, and Finance. Identifies and works to improve clinical and non-clinical processes by leveraging automation ( ie , automated dispensing cabinets and inventory management systems) and technology ( ie , electronic medical records). Works closely with Information Services and Pharmacy leaders to develop and maintain a pharmacy technology roadmap. Oversees 340B programs at Corewell Health and coordinates policy and operational changes with pharmacy leaders and authorizing officials at respective entities. Coordinates Corewell Health Delivery System pharmacy medication purchasing , distribution, recall, and contracting activities .
Essential Functions
Collaborates closely with departmental directors to prioritize initiatives from organizational vision and develops action-oriented goals. Uses organizational knowledge gained by connecting people and teams to drive changes effectively .
Provides financial/revenue expertise in planning new services that generate additional sources of profitable revenue. Manages costs by continually seeking data that will identify opportunities and take action to eliminate non- value added processes.
Directs pharmacy purchasing across Corewell Health Delivery System. Collaborates closely with Supply Chain Services and hospital and medical group pharmacy leadership to ensure patient needs are met. Manages drug wholesaler and direct to manufacturer purchasing agreements.
Plans, prepares, implements, monitors and controls assigned areas' operational and capital budget to ensure sound fiscal management consistent with the goals of Corewell Health. Develops programs and collaborative strategies to enhance growth and revenue for service areas .
Develops and maintains a pharmacy technology roadmap in close collaboration with Pharmacy, Informatics, and Information Services leadership. Responsible for third party vendor agreements, including but not limited to, 340B software, automated dispensing systems, and automated compounding systems.
Develops and maintains quality monitoring system to continuously monitor and measure the quality, safety and outcomes of business services. Develops service quality indicators to evaluate unit performance, staff performance, and develops improvement plans to correct variances. Participates in and facilitates interdisciplinary performance initiatives .
Collaborates with the Pharmacy leaders, Revenue Management Services, Finance, medical staff, nursing staff, other departments and/or professional groups to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services that support patient care delivery, and plan effective utilization of workforce, facilities and equipment .
Qualifications
Required Bachelor's Degree Business, accounting, health administration, or related field
Preferred Master's Degree Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or other related field
5 years of relevant experience Specialized experience in operational, business, technology, ambulatory or clinical pharmacy Required
3 years of relevant experience Pharmacy or healthcare leadership Required
Experience using pharmacy financial reporting systems and managing pharmacy budgets Required
Experience with successful development and execution of strategic and operational plans Required
Experience in identifying improvement opportunities and engaging key stakeholders to deliver on the opportunity Required
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Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs
Sitting: Frequently
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs : Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs : Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Primary Location
SITE - Blodgett Hospital - 1840 Wealthy St SE- Grand Rapids
Department Name
Administration - Pharmacy Business Services - GR
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8am to 5 pm
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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