Pharmacy Program Manager - Medication Safety and Compliance

Providence • Portland, OR

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager, Medication Safety coordinates all medication safety activities within the organization and works collaboratively to develop and implement interdisciplinary error-prevention strategies that focus on system design to effectively reduce the risk of medication errors. Reviews medication-related safety event and adverse drug reaction reports to identify potential system improvements and educational needs. Proactively monitors external sources (e.g., Institute for Safety Medication Practices Safety Alerts and Joint Commission Sentinel Event Alerts) to identify nationally recognized medication safety best practices for evaluation and implementation. Ensures compliance with medication management standards and patient safety goals identified by accreditation and regulatory bodies including, but not limited to, The Joint Commission (TJC), Det Norske Veritas (DNV), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS), and applicable state boards (e.g., pharmacy, nursing, public health). Oversees the development of new or revision of existing medication management policies and procedures. Serves as a subject matter expert and education resource on safe medication practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree: Graduate from an accredited College of Pharmacy or Master's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD in Pharmacy.
• Upon hire: Oregon Pharmacist License.
• 3 years Hospital pharmacy experience or equivalent residency experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all medication safety activities within the organization.
• Develops and implements interdisciplinary error-prevention strategies.
• Reviews medication-related safety event and adverse drug reaction reports.
• Monitors external sources for medication safety best practices.
• Ensures compliance with medication management standards and patient safety goals.
• Oversees the development of new or revision of existing medication management policies and procedures.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and education resource on safe medication practices.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

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