340B Pharmacy Manager - Hybrid - Bassett Medical Center

Overview:

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Chief Pharmacy Officer, the 340B Manager is responsible for compliance and administration of the 340B Drug Pricing Program for all qualified entities throughout the Bassett Health Network. The 340B Manager serves as the primary institutional compliance expert and authority on 340B Program details and oversees all 340B Program Services. This position functions as the primary OPAIS 340B Program Contact. This position manages regulatory adherence and all 340B related policies and procedures and is responsible for HRSA OPAIS Database accuracy. Various network 340B oversight workgroups/committees are assisted and led by this position. The 340B Manager is responsible for Third Party Administrator oversite and negotiations.

• Oversight of Bassett Health Network 340B team; approximately 2-4 FTE of professional and technical staff
• Understanding and oversight of the department budget
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by effectively using Bassett resources
• Manages all points of service where 340B Drug Pricing Program participation occurs to ensure policies and procedures are followed accordingly and is responsible to be the institutional program expert with regard to plan qualifications, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures that 340B policies and procedures are developed, implemented, and maintained according to organizational, regional, national, state, and federal requirements and guidelines and are approved by the institution’s legal department.
• Develops and routinely monitors monthly and annual reports which clearly document utilization, savings, problem areas and exceptions or discrepancies, to be passed to pharmacy leadership and administration and works to ensure maximum program participation.
• Develops and maintains internal relationships (accounting, legal, national) and external relationships (wholesalers, manufacturers, contract pharmacies, split-billing software vendors, employee benefit pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs), and third-party administrator (TPA) vendors as needed
• Routinely monitors industry publications and websites as well as the professional media, literature, and peers to ensure that the institution has the latest information regarding interpretations, rulings, suggestions, and advanced ideas for improving participation.
• Maintains knowledge of the policy changes that affect the 340B Program, including, but not limited to, HRSA/OPA rules and Medicaid changes.
• Develops and implements consistent 340B program processes for new initiatives which would include 340B program administration rules, centralization efforts, internal control policies, compliance, and inventory management.
• Develops and implements solutions and gains efficiencies in gathering data and reporting data consistently across all Bassett covered entities.
• Responsible for overseeing project management of all 340B installations, conversions, specialized pharmacy business projects, contract negotiations and financial reporting of 340B program for all supported entities.
• Leads projects for 340B Program Services by coordinating the efforts of the entire team to deliver the solution and seek resolution in various specialty projects as project leader.
• Attends all 340B related meetings when required, conducts annual hospital site visits, and contract pharmacy site visits. Will be involved in the high importance 340B conversations between system directors and leadership, third party vendors and contract pharmacies involved in Health Network
• Responsible for representing Bassett 340B programs when working with drug manufacturers and government oversight organizations to resolve 340B program discrepancies.
• Responsible for ensuring that the HRSA 340B OPAIS Database is accurate for all network covered entities and ensuring that the annual HRSA recertification is completed.
• Provides oversight for the implementation of process improvement initiatives and creates an environment that places an emphasis on continuous monitoring and improvement.
• Coordinates external compliance assessments and annual audits with external vendors, where appropriate to validate internal processes and ensure compliance with the program.
• Evaluates all current and future contract pharmacy opportunities, including contract language, fee structure, data setup, and internal and independent external auditing.
• Coordinates all 340B related meetings with Senior Leadership, IT, Finance, Legal, Pharmacy Directors and 340B Stakeholders.
• Responsible for 340B automation and system integration across multiple platforms.
• Responsible for department management including budget and human relations issues.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy, required
• Master's Degree MBA, MHA or other advanced degree, preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 2-4 years of prior Pharmacy hospital operations experience, required
  
• Minimum 2 experience/knowledge of the 340B Program, at least 2-4 years, preferred
  
• Project management experience, preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in New York is, required
• Advanced 340B Operations Certificate (340B ACE), preferred

Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Interacting with People
• Leadership
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Problem Solving
• Self-Motivated

Physical Requirements:

• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work
• Occasional grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, walking
• Frequent talking
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards:

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.Min:USD $137,008.44/Yr.Max:USD $178,110.97/Yr.EEO Statement (Text Only):We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.