Pharmacist (Facility Program Manager)

About the role

The Pharmacy Data Applications Program Manager is responsible for managing and enhancing pharmacy computer systems at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. This includes implementing new pharmacy packages, maintaining service files, and interfacing with other services for information sharing.

Responsibilities

• Test and implement new pharmacy packages, patches, and updates to existing pharmacy packages.
• Accurately maintain all Pharmacy Service files and Drug files for optimal function of pharmacy packages and other Medical Center packages.
• Interface with ADP Applications Coordinators from other services for purposes of information sharing and coordinating interrelated projects.
• Build Pharmacy Service medication quick orders, consult templates for non-formulary and prior authorization medications, and specific note templates for use by Pharmacy staff.
• Support Pharmacy Service in data mining, developing reporting tools, and medication conversion execution.
• Participate in conversion to new computer systems as applicable.
• Train and implement new and upgraded electronic health record applications utilized by all sections of Pharmacy Service.
• Integrate data from pharmacy automation with electronic health record data for QA and operational reporting purposes.
• Act as a liaison between Pharmacy Service and OIT, Health Informatics, or Health Technology Management staff, troubleshooting and addressing operational problems.
• Support the formulary group in the execution of auto conversions and ensure these are completed in a timely manner with appropriate quality control monitoring.
• Develop and produce administrative reports for divisions of Pharmacy as required.
• Ensure all quality control monitors and/or surveys are initiated and completed.

Requirements

This position requires a licensed pharmacist with a Pharm.D. - preferably with an accredited PGY-2 Informatics Residency - or other equivalent. The pharmacist must maintain current registration and must have the ability to communicate effectively and solve problems to influence clinical and management decisions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited College or School of Pharmacy with a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) and/or a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.
• Licensure: Full - current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in a State - Territory - Commonwealth of the United States (i.e. - Puerto Rico) - or the District of Columbia.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12).
• Knowledge: Expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their program area; ability to solve problems, coordinate, and organize responsibilities to maximize outcomes; advanced skill in monitoring and assessing the outcome of drug therapies; proficiency in computer programs (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, Advanced Excel, Power BI); and experiences analyzing large datasets.
• Additional Qualifications: PharmD degree and completion of advanced training (PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice residency and PGY-2 in Pharmacy Informatics or an equivalent experience demonstrating competency); specific experiences with Pharmacy automation oversight; proficient use of computer programs; board certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS).

Skills

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and expertise in pharmacy informatics and automation.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

Full-time - Monday through Friday between the hours of 0700 and 1700