Pharmaceutical Program Coordinator
About The Position
The Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services (PPHS) is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services; planning capital infrastructure; supporting innovative information management and technologies; regulating health care; and funding the health system. As partners in providing all Albertans with access to effective and affordable drug benefit coverage and pharmacy services, the Pharmaceutical & Health Benefits Branch provides leadership in the development and implementation of initiatives for Alberta's publicly funded drug programs. The Professional and Industry Relations Unit is responsible for building quality, long-term relationships with external partners to ensure positive outcomes for Albertans and the health system. This includes oversight of the development, negotiation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Product Listing Agreements (PLA) as well as agreements with professional associations, other contracts/grants, and pricing negotiations for the Branch.
Requirements
- University degree in Pharmacy, Nursing, Pharmacology or health related fields and four (4) years of related experience.
- Must be a regulated member of health professions Act, if applicable.
- Experience using MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, SharePoint and Adobe PDF with proficiency is required.
- Strong research and analysis skills.
- Strong skills in synthesis and evaluation through a policy perspective.
- Sound communication skills to work with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Sound written communication skills for report writing, drafting correspondence and briefings, developing educational and communication materials.
- Theoretical knowledge of research methods and approaches used in health care.
- Knowledge of ARTS ministerial correspondence system to process action requests.
- Experience leading strategic initiatives, program management and development and research evaluation within the public or health care sector.
- Experience in the life cycle of prescription drugs.
Nice To Haves
- Related diploma and five (5) years of related experience.
- Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college as required by the Health Professions Act, if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and ongoing review of specific program policy, strategies and initiatives in partnership with internal and external stakeholders to enhance cost-effective and sustainable pharmacovigilance and equitable access to pharmaceuticals for Albertans.
- Develop options to enhance branch programs, processes, or policy based on assessment of diverse data and information sources.
- Participate in the management of the Alberta Drug Benefit List (ADBL) and Public Drug Programs to achieve business goals and meet the needs of clients within program frameworks.
- Liaise with other branches, divisions, ministries, and governments to support frameworks for environmental scanning, program development and re-design and research and analysis.
Benefits
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
- Leadership and mentorship programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
