Manager Oncology/Infusion Pharmacy Operations

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

51d

About The Position

The Manager for Oncology and Infusion Pharmacy Services is responsible for overseeing and managing the pharmacy operations related to oncology and infusion therapies within the health system. This role ensures the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients undergoing cancer treatment and infusion therapies. The manager will lead a team of pharmacy professionals and collaborate with healthcare providers and other key stakeholders to meet patient care needs and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Strong clinical knowledge in oncology and infusion therapies
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in pharmacy information systems and technology
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Minimum five years of progressive pharmacy experience in an institutional pharmacy environment with at least three years of leadership / supervisory experience.
Doctor of Pharmacy

Nice To Haves

Oncology/Infusion Experience
Master of Arts

Responsibilities

Operational Management & Clinical Services Support
Team Leadership
Financial Management
Quality and Regulatory Compliance
Strategy and Growth
Participate in and lead the design, implementation, and management of a safe, high-quality, and effective medication use system
Embrace the BH Daily Management system to improve patient safety and promote medication event reporting
Leverage and support pharmacy team members in process improvement initiatives
Oversee the entire medication use process, from procurement to administration, to ensure we have the right medications at the right time for the right patients.
To achieve value for the health system, utilize interdisciplinary strategies to improve medication-related outcomes, compliance with evidence-based prescribing criteria, and formulary management.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and maintain policies, guidelines, and formulary options to provide state-of-the-art clinical care to our patients.
Ensure continued compliance with all national, state, and local regulations and their management; these include the DEA, CMS (including 340b program where applicable), Joint Commission, and Department of Public Health (Board of Pharmacy)
Leverage technology and pharmacy automation systems to enhance and optimize medication dispensing and preparation workflows.
Monitor and report on quality metrics and improvement initiatives to key stakeholders.
Collaborate with the pharmacy team to attract and recruit top talent, celebrate diversity, and support workforce planning efforts and career ladder advancement.
Ensure pharmacy support is provided to our Research partners at BH where needed
Ensure pharmacy team members are adequately trained and meet the requirements set by accrediting bodies or the needs of the job/job assignment.
Optimize residency and students to provide a pipeline of team members for the workforce.
Support education and training for pharmacy staff, healthcare providers, and patients
Supervise and mentor pharmacy team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Develop and manage the budget for oncology and infusion services
Monitor expenses and optimize resource utilization
Identify cost savings and revenue generation opportunities, including exploring strategic initiatives and partnerships.

Benefits

Excellent Compensation
High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 30 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!