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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary:

The Distribution Center Pharmacist will aid the Pharmacy Supervisor of Supply Chain at the Consolidated Services Center with management and control of all aspects of medication-related supply chain management for WellStar Health System, including medication and supply purchasing, inventory management, vendor management, group purchasing organization (GPO) and wholesaler relationships, standardization, and supply-chain related information systems and technology. They must have a thorough understanding of supply chain and Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) best practices. Responsibilities include the analysis, identification and implementation of opportunities to improve quality, cost, and productivity within all aspects of department and health-system medication supply chain.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Purchasing/Inventory a. May be responsible for pharmaceutical purchasing staff and coordination of purchasing activities for the Consolidated Services Center at WellStar. b. Maintain relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers to achieve improved cost of goods c. Serve as an advisor on supply chain forecasting related to: Pharmacy spend and trend budgeting; Vendor market intelligence; New pharmaceutical launches; GPO pricing intelligence and trend reporting. d. Monitor inventory tracking systems for all products to ensure product availability and supply integrity e. Manage high cost/low use inventory stocking processes to reduce cost and coordinate inventory across all sites of utilization. Cost Management/Vendor Management a. Assist Pharmacy Supervisor in performing analysis of contracting opportunities, calculate savings and communicate savings analysis to pharmacist peers and physicians b. Establish and achieve cost reduction goals c. Assist Pharmacy Supervisor performing cost/financial analysis and forecasting for wholesaler, vaccine, acute and non-acute facilities and specialty vendor purchases d. Oversee wholesaler account maintenance to ensure alignment of expense classes, cost centers, and cost accounting for purchasing and inventory transactions e. Collaborate with wholesaler representatives to take advantage of contract and rebate opportunities f. Assist Pharmacy Supervisor in serving as a liaison to wholesalers and vendors for issues related to contract prices, performance, fill rates, contract compliance, and supply adherence g. Assist Pharmacy Supervisor in evaluating FDA licensing and/or regulatory certification is performed on all authorized pharmaceutical suppliers h. Assist Pharmacy Supervisor in managing the drug recall system, ensuring all affected product is identified, quarantined and returned for manufacturer credit Pharmacy Services a. Monitor local and national drug shortages and implement tactics to maintain supplies b. Monitor critically short items and the emergency medication supply c. Provide supply chain expertise to Wellstar Health System to mitigate drug shortages d. Work with clinical staff to determine alternatives to critical stock shortages and assist with determining and implementing therapeutic substitutions e. Work independently and guide others in the design, development and implementation of innovative solutions, or design and implement improvements to existing pharmacy processes f. Develop and implement initiatives to increase efficiency of the pharmacy supply chain workflow g. Participate as a member of pharmacy department and hospital multidisciplinary team and committees h. Write and/or review policies and procedures i. Have knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations as well as standards governing the practice of pharmacy j. Assist Pharmacy Supervisor in management of purchasing, contracting, receiving and inventory control pharmacy staff k. Management of assigned pharmacy technicians or personnel l. Assist in the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of staff m. Ensure compliance with Georgia Board of Pharmacy Wholesale Pharmacy and DEA rules and regulations and other governing organizations Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

• Bachelors Pharmacy or Doctorate Pharmacy-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• RPH - Reg Pharmacist

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Oriented and knowledgeable in the specialized functions of an Integrated Delivery Network (IDN). Preferred Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement and pharmacy purchasing Preferred Knowledge of the various pharmacy technologies available. Preferred Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulatory guidelines governing pharmaceutical practice and the use of controlled substances Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to oversee exempt employees Ability to work with other Hospital and System leaders Ability to address Medical Staff Leaders on issues pertaining to pharmacy Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) Ability to think/act independently as required by situation - adept at change management Strong customer service attitude. Moderate computer skills (Microsoft Office).

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