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Emory Healthcare

Program Coordinator of Controlled Substance Compliance

Emory Healthcare, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383


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Description 8:30a – 5:30p / Full Time / 40 Hours

The Pharmacy Controlled Substances Compliance Program Coordinator II will work to support the department of pharmacy to achieve its mission, goals, and vision.

This position will be responsible for routine controlled substance audits, completing proactive controlled substance monitoring, analyzing potential diversion cases, contributing to departmental development and implementation of controlled substances (CS) best practices, assisting with regulatory and accreditation compliance efforts, and operations and teamwork that support department initiatives. Audit CS procurement activities to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and segregation of duties. Audit distributive functions performed by department personnel involving CS. Audit CS dispense, administration, return and waste transactions including that performed inter-and intra-departmentally. Audit access and utilization of controlled substances as needed. Audit controlled substance discrepancies via multiple manual or automated reports on a scheduled basis. Provide data relative to suspected loss or diversion in response to internally reported incidents using automated reports and analytics. Educate employees as to CS process or best practice changes when needed. Develop standard operating procedures to guide department and organization activity related to CS management. Present findings and/or data to multidisciplinary stakeholders. Work with local teams to support escalation activities. Troubleshoot diversion software and process issues. Prepare reports and presentations as needed. Participate in training and onboarding of local controlled substance compliance employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree required, and two (2) years of relevant project support experience. Equivalent combination of experience, education, and training may be considered in lieu of degree.

Proficiency in Excel required.

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Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.

Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.

Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS:

EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Light): 11-20 lbs , 0-33% of the workday (occasionally); 01-10 lbs 34-66% of the workday (frequently) Negligible 67-100% of the workday (constantly), Lifting 20 lbs max, Carrying of objects up to 10 lbs, Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional to frequent sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure. Bio-hazardous waste; Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.