Pharmacy Manager-in-Training

Cardinal Health•Oak Ridge, TN

12d

About The Position

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health: Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes. Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, retail customers, infusion centers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities. Job Summary: The Manager, Pharmacy coordinates, directs, manages, facilitates, and oversees the execution and evaluates all administrative and clinical activities. Through the optimization of procedures, this role ensures consistent and efficient delivery to control costs, minimize waste, optimize customer relationships and deliver positive patient outcomes while maintaining compliance with Federal and state regulatory agencies. Along with maintain inventory control and budget, this role is responsible for staffing, monitoring staff activities, performance and achievement of individual and departmental goals. In addition to the responsibilities below, this candidate will be a part of the Cardinal Health Leadership Readiness Program, or LRP, which is a program where Cardinal Health employees learn about the Cardinal Health Pharmacy Management’s systems, philosophies, financial and management techniques and are trained to be the future leaders of Cardinal Health. The purpose of this program is to prepare candidates for management positions within Cardinal Health accounts ensuring quality and continuity of service. The LRP is a 12 to 18-month program and will require relocation along with a two-year post LRP commitment to Cardinal Health.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy required, PharmD preferred
Licensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Tennessee or willing to become licensed in the state
2-3 years related pharmacy experience.
Strong organization skills, self-directed and the ability to work with a team.
Customer-focused approach in attaining desired results.
Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of operations or business staff
Administers and exercises policies and procedures
Ensures employees operate within guidelines
Decisions have a direct impact to work unit operations and customers
Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels
Interactions normally involve information exchange and basic problem resolution
Ability to handle multiple projects, competing priorities, deadlines, and pressure to perform in critical situations

Nice To Haves

PGY1 Pharmacy practice residency or management experience preferred.
May require vendor credentialing

Responsibilities

Engages in didactic and experiential learning in relevant Innovative Delivery Solutions Businesses (including but not limited to: Inpatient, Outpatient/ Retail, Specialty, Reimbursement, Remote Pharmacy Services, 340B)
Demonstrates interest in professional development opportunities within Cardinal Health Businesses
Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in safe and effective medication use processes and systems, quality assurance, management of human resources, management of financial resources, use of technology, and advanced leadership
Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacy compliance with accreditation standards, legal and regulatory requirements and safety requirements.
Provides staffing and/ or management coverage as needed
Shows proficiency in managing priorities.
Submission of progress reports at designated intervals to ensure program appropriate progression

Benefits

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs