Mgr Pharmacy Automation and Analytics

PeaceHealth • Vancouver, WA

6d • Remote

About The Position

PeaceHealth Shared Services is seeking a Manager, Pharmacy Automation and Analytics to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for pharmacy automation and analytics. The role coordinates informatics and other IT-related initiatives across the system and advances workflow optimization, revenue capture, regulatory and policy compliance, and patient safety through data-driven insights, pharmacy technology standardization, and cross-functional collaboration. The position coordinates specialized roles and serves as a primary liaison between Pharmacy Operations, Information Technology (IT), and Revenue Cycle. It oversees effective use and continuous improvement of systems including Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets, logistics platforms, and the Epic Willow pharmacy module.

This is a full-time, 1.00 FTE day position performed remotely, with travel to PeaceHealth locations as needed. The caregiver must reside in Washington, Oregon, or Alaska. If telecommuting, PeaceHealth provides necessary computer equipment; the caregiver provides internet access. The position may require flexibility to support after-hours activities related to system implementations or critical issues.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in analytics, pharmacy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Candidates need at least two years of leadership experience and at least three years of experience in pharmacy operations, pharmacy informatics, healthcare analytics, or a related IT field, along with demonstrated experience using Epic Willow and pharmacy automation such as Pyxis/BD or equivalent. Experience in a multi-facility or integrated delivery network environment is preferred.

The salary range is $67.74–$101.60; the hiring rate depends on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreement terms, and seniority. PeaceHealth offers a competitive total rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with optional additional coverage; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded employee assistance and mental health program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in analytics, pharmacy, or a related field, or a combination of education and professional experience providing the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in pharmacy operations, pharmacy informatics, healthcare analytics, or a related IT field.
• Demonstrated experience with Epic Willow and pharmacy automation, such as Pyxis/BD or equivalent.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, including proficiency with data analytics tools, reporting platforms, and dashboard development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical and clinical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Deep understanding of inpatient pharmacy workflows, medication management processes, and automation technologies.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and translate findings into clear operational recommendations and measurable outcomes.
• Strong organizational skills and capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and familiarity with business intelligence tools.
• Ability to travel between facilities as needed and flexibility to support after-hours activities related to system implementations or critical issues.
• Must reside in Washington, Oregon, or Alaska.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a multi-facility or Integrated Delivery Network (IDN) environment.
• Familiarity with additional pharmacy automation, inventory management, or logistics technologies.
• Strong project management skills and a track record of leading multidisciplinary initiatives from planning through successful implementation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison among IT, Revenue Cycle, and Pharmacy Operations, aligning priorities, resolving issues, and coordinating cross-department initiatives related to technology, analytics, clinical outcomes, and revenue integrity.
• Identify pharmacy analytics needs and partner with enterprise Data & Analytics resources to develop insights and reporting.
• Develop actionable insights from medication utilization, inventory, and operational data to guide decisions.
• Create and maintain operational, compliance, financial, and clinical dashboards to monitor key pharmacy metrics, and provide monthly reports on operational improvement opportunities.
• Provide pharmacy operational ownership and subject-matter expertise for automation technologies, including Pyxis, medication carousels, logistics systems, and related platforms; identify and execute standardization and optimization opportunities.
• Lead projects to standardize and enhance system reliability, efficiency, inventory control, and end-user adoption, following established intake and prioritization processes for initiatives requiring IT or Data & Analytics resources.
• Collaborate with IT, Informatics, and pharmacy end users on solution design, validation, and implementation.
• Oversee pharmacy patient safety automation metrics, focusing on safety, medication utilization, inventory optimization, and override rates; drive data-informed initiatives to reduce overrides, improve inventory turns, and strengthen medication safety.
• Monitor and support the Pharmacist Builder program by identifying optimization opportunities and coordinating testing with pharmacy subspecialties.
• Identify optimization opportunities, define operational requirements, provide feedback on system builds, participate in testing and validation, and partner with Informatics and IT on deployments that improve clinical workflows and usability.
• Identify systemwide standardization opportunities within pharmacy automation and technology modules, coordinate with IT resources, and support deployment.
• Work with Informatics to investigate and deploy modules and workflows that support operations.
• Identify revenue and expense variances by site and work with local pharmacy directors and managers to produce monthly and fiscal-year-to-date analysis reports.
• Prepare system initiative reports and PowerPoint presentations.
• Represent Pharmacy Operations in build decisions and governance processes, and support approved implementations while adhering to IT and pharmacy change-management standards, policies, laws, and governance processes.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buyup coverage options.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits.
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager