340B System Support Analyst - Pharmacy - Kings Hwy

Ochsner Health•Shreveport, LA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This job provides support for the expansion of the 340B Program. It involves maintaining databases and systems to support these programs, ensuring financial and regulatory compliance of the 340B Pharmacy Program. The role requires close collaboration with current staff and Pharmacies servicing the company's population. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field
2 years’ experience in Healthcare, Compliance, Business, Accounting, Finance or related field
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of pharmacy processes and medications utilized.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills and strong orientation to attention-to-detail.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Reliable transportation to travel between facilities, including ability to drive vehicle on Interstate Highway System.
Knowledge of the pharmaceutical contract mechanism for hospitals, GPOs, Retail Pharmacies, and Wholesalers.
Knowledge of pharmacy software to support 340B Pharmacy Programs.
Skills in Microsoft Excel and Access.
Knowledge of regulations and guidelines of the 340B Program.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field
Experience working with the 340B Drug Discount Program
Completion of Apexus Advanced 340B Certificate Program

Responsibilities

Complies with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards, including all Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Office of Pharmacy Affairs regulations related to the 340B Program.
Monitors 340B drug utilization and purchasing at contract pharmacies.
Supports implementation, testing, maintenance, and auditing of new contract pharmacy sites.
Serves as a technical resource to contract pharmacies and hospital pharmacy departments.
Performs audits on a scheduled basis including presenting and resolving issues as they arise during the monitoring and reconciliation process.
Monitors and audits Medicaid prescriptions to ensure compliance to prevent duplicate discounts.
Uses the electronic health record to research patient records within the specified audit period, documenting and identifying the eligibility of the provider, location, and patient’s status.
Analyzes data and builds reports to identify cost savings and system improvements to yield higher compliance.
Assists with staff education and training for the 340B Program.
Develops and fosters working relationships with internal and external working counterparts to facilitate productive exchanges of information to improve program efficiency and promote program compliance.
Performs other duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.