LAI-ART Program Manager

Equitas Health Pharmacy is a company of Equitas Health providing access, education, consultation and management of general retail and specialty pharmaceuticals for patients of Equitas Health and other Ohio providers, as well as the local community.

The LAI-ART Program Manager is responsible for performing clinical pharmacist tasks/responsibilities as well as managing the daily operations of the LAI-ART program; the management of supporting injectable staff; patient recruitment and retention through marketing and relationships with Equitas Health providers and other local providers; and maintaining compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements of pharmacy practice. The program manager is responsible for providing training and support to all staff involved with the injectable program including but not limited to, pharmacy care coordinators (PCCs), nurses, medical assistants, providers, pharmacists, technicians, prior authorization team. The program manager will oversee the ongoing development, implementation and compliance related to the LAI-ART program. The LAI-ART Program Manager will be responsible for direct patient care activities.

The LAI-ART Program Manager will continue to perform community pharmacist tasks on days assigned to the community pharmacy.

The LAI-ART Program Manager will manage PCCs assigned to LAI-ART tasks and report directly to the Associate Director of Clinical Pharmacy.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, traveling, driving or having reliable transportation; written communication; relationship building with local providers, vendors and community partners; supervising and training staff; utilizing a computer for typing, processing and conducting research; attending meetings; and presenting to small and large groups.

Salary: $132,000- $165,000

 MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manage the daily operations of the LAI-ART injectable program, while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local government laws

· Management and training of Eauitas Health staff involved in the LAI-ART program

· Manage Equitas Health inventory systems to assure acquisition of LAI-ART medications, appropriate control, dispensing of medications, and reconciliation in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and best practices.

· Directly manage injectable PCC personnel

· Collaborating with the Chief Pharmacy Officer and Associate Director of Clinical Pharmacy on budgets related to the LAI-ART program

· Marketing the LAI-ART program to all medical offices and patients within the service area.

· Provide superior customer service to patients, providers, community members, other employees and referral sources.

· Facilitate management of the program with the Associate Director of Clinical Pharmacy. Tasks included, but are not limited to, the management of PCCs, accurate injectable billing; creating and implementing workflows that create a high level of patient satisfaction

· Provide therapeutic recommendations to medical providers or other medical personnel

· Collaborate with the Equitas Health providers and staff to optimize health outcomes for medical patients.

· Provides consultation to patients to ensure their understanding of therapeutic regimens and specifics of administration, potential side effects, allergic precautions, etc.

· Utilizes skills and experience to effectively deliver specialized pharmaceutical therapy and services, including adherence programs, specialty disease management, immunization services, and the specialty patient management program.

· Collaborate with case managers, behavioral health therapists, and any other supporting staff to ensure the access to, and continual adherence to all patients’ medication regimens.

· Understand and provided guidance on all necessary patient assistance services to ensure patients’ access to prescribed medications.

· Work with other Equitas Health departments to help patients utilize other services to optimize their health and wellbeing..

· Work with the pharmacy students and residents to build strong long-term relationships and consistent referrals.

· Continuously grow and develop cultural competency, exhibiting an understanding, awareness, and respect for diversity.

· Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating unconditional positive regard to all Equitas Health employees, interns, etc. with an understanding, awareness, and respect for diversity

· Any and all other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Clinical Pharmacy or Chief Pharmacy Officer.

· Any other responsibilities as defined in the Equitas Health Pharmacy Operations Manual.

· BS in Pharmacy or PharmD. degree or equivalent FPGEC (NABP)

· Unrestricted Ohio license to practice pharmacy that is in good standing allowing for the dispensing of medications is required.

· PGY1 residency or three years of pharmacy experience required

· Three to five years of supervisory experience preferred

· Past retail and specialty pharmacy experience preferred

· Past experience working with a 340B program preferred

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Thorough understanding of pharmacy operations and evaluation with experience and commitment to statewide programming.

· Possesses or willing to obtain education, accreditation, licensure and certification, as necessary, to provide the pharmaceutical care and services delivered by Equitas Health Pharmacy, including Medication Therapy Management, consultation in specific disease states, patient management program services and administration of injectable agents and immunizations, as necessary

· Knowledge of health and social service needs of persons with HIV/AIDS and/or other specialty disease states.

· Must have sensitivity to, interest in and competence in cultural differences, HIV/AIDS, minority health, sexual practices, chemical dependency and a demonstrated competence in working with persons of color, and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender community.

· Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications and other computer applications required.

· Reliable transportation, driver’s license and proof of auto insurance required.

Background and reference checks will be conducted. In accordance with Equitas Health’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy, pre-employment drug testing will be administered. Hours may vary, including working some evenings and weekends based on workload. Individuals are not considered applicants until they have been asked to visit for an interview and at that time complete an application for employment. Completing the application does not guarantee employment. EOE/AA