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Healthcare Supply Chain Association

System Assistant Director of Pharmacy - Purchasing, Inventory, Billing, Budget

Healthcare Supply Chain Association, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


SYSTEM ASST. DIR. OF PHARMACY-PURCHASING/INVENTORY/BILLING/BUDGET

Job Number: 00132519

Job Posting: Oct 2, 2024, 2:10:56 PM

Closing Date: Oct 16, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:00 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:00 P.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit: None

Posting Salary: COMPETITIVE

Organization: Health and Hospital Systems

Job Title: System Assistant Director of Pharmacy, Purchasing/Inventory/Billing/Budget

Job Summary

The System Assistant Director of Pharmacy Purchasing/Inventory/Billing/Budget oversees the purchasing of pharmaceuticals and pharmacy supplies for the CCH pharmacies, under the direction of the Senior Director of Pharmacy.

General Administrative Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining

Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals

Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions, and working meetings

Discipline

Document, recommend, and effectuate discipline at all levels

Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements

Initiate, authorize, and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures, and provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Supervision

Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices

Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Management

Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success

Discuss and develop CCH system policy and procedure

Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct, or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements

Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary

Typical Duties

Management

Oversees the day-to-day operations of pharmacy purchasing and pharmacy billing activities across Cook County Health

Maintains CCH pharmacies compliance with local, state, JCAHO, and Federal purchasing and billing regulation and guidelines

Maintains the purchasing compliance related to the federal 340B purchase program

Works with the Health System's Group Purchasing Organization

Works with drug suppliers on best pricing and most efficient delivery of product

Maintains pharmacy billing databases for both inpatient and outpatient drug NDC numbers and drug prices

Assists in organizing and planning of CCH' pharmaceutical purchasing and billing activities

Assists in CCH pharmacy budget preparation

Coordinates records and statistics concerning purchasing and billing

Provides trending reports and data concerning purchasing and billing

Personnel

Assists with the selection and onboarding of new employees

Communicates

Participates on CCH committees as assigned, i.e., CCH Drug and Formulary

Represents CCH at local, state, and national professional society meetings

Quality Management

Assists with the development, implementation, and review of CCH pharmacy quality control programs

Inventory Control Services

Assists in formulary evaluation/revision

Attends Health System Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee meetings

Coordinates drug distribution from pharmacy storerooms to hospital drug storage areas, ambulatory clinics, and public health

Assists in the coordination of drug cabinet maintenance and restocking

Minimum Qualifications

Registered as a Licensed Pharmacist, in good standing, by the State of Illinois, Department of Professional Regulation

Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy accredited by the ACPE

At least five (5) years of full-time work experience in pharmacy purchasing

At least five (5) years of full-time work experience in pharmacy management

Experience in 340B or other government funded programs

Experience with request for proposals (RFP), contract negotiations and contract terms experience

Experience with inventory processes and purchasing systems

Preferred Qualifications

MBA degree from an accredited college or university

Project management experience

Membership and participation in local, state, and national pharmacy associations is desirable

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Thorough knowledge of health system and pharmacy policies, procedures, and techniques

Knowledge of federal and State laws and regulations relating to relevant pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical entities, and their generic and trade names; manufacturing standards and inventory control

Skill in the use of a computer

Ability to effectively supervise and communicate with supportive and professional personnel

Ability to interpret and prepare statistical reports, organize the workflow to achieve maximum efficiency and deal with pharmaceutical companies and their representatives

Must be able to tolerate prolonged walking/standing

Must be able to work closely with others

Must be able to supervise others

Must be able to work independently

Must be able to tolerate protracted or irregular hours

Must be able to work under high tension and pressure

Must be able to travel between CCH facilities

All employees are responsible for protecting all patient health information (oral or recorded in any form) that is obtained, handled, learned, heard, or viewed in the course of work or association with Cook County Health and Hospitals System.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran

must

:

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question “Are you a Military Veteran?”

Attach a copy of their

DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22

(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).

Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

OR

A copy of a

valid State ID Card or Driver’s License

which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

*Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or fact.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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