Pharmacy Coordinator - Medication Utilization

System Pharmacy Medication Utilization Coordinator

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Job Description Summary

In accordance with OhioHealth's mission and values, the System Pharmacy Medication Utilization Coordinator acts under the direction and support of the System Pharmacy Medication Utilization Advisor to promote rational, evidence-based, clinically appropriate, safe, and cost-effective medication therapy. Direct involvement in continuous quality improvement, regulatory compliance, safety plan management and daily operations management is required.

Supports the OhioHealth decision-making process for Formulary and Medication Use Policy.

Coordinates the vetting, approval, and implementation of medication utilization updates (i.e., formulary additions, restrictions, medication use guidelines/policies/standard work, etc.) in alignment with OPG governance structure.

Develops and coordinates project plans involving Medication Use and Formulary Management and provides high-quality deliverables in a timely manner.

Promotes and facilitates cross-practice multidisciplinary collaboration to achieve effective system-wide decisions.

Partners with key stakeholders including Medication Safety, Compliance, Revenue Integrity, Procurement, Informatics, Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Services, OPG offices and providers to support safe, compliant, and optimized medication use.

Integrates formulary and medication use initiatives with clinical and operational programs, committees, and system priorities.

Supports vaccine program standardization and compliance within OPG, including current Vaccine Information Statements (VIS), Vaccine Product Codes (CVX), and seasonal product choices (e.g., COVID / Influenza).

Serves as a Lexidrug Information Management System Administrator.

Acts as the medication use liaison for informatics, partnering with designated team members to ensure accurate and timely implementation of formulary changes into CareConnect.

Identifies and advances specialty pharmacy opportunities aligned with OPG medication utilization and system strategy.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Specialized Knowledge

Bachelor of Science or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution (Required)

Current Ohio pharmacist license (Required)

Years of experience: 5 (Required)

ASHP accredited residency or equivalent pharmacy practice experience

Pharmacy Board Certifications or other certifications

Advanced-level degree in healthcare field

Knowledge of business, and or clinical pharmacy health care environment trends.

Preference given to those with formulary management experience

Desired Attributes

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate, interpret, and translate data into actionable insights for clinical and operational decision-making.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to effectively engage cross-functional stakeholders (providers, operations, pharmacy, and leadership).

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong organization and deadline management skills.

High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in analysis, communication, and execution.

Demonstrated ability to work independently while influencing across teams in a matrixed environment.

Experience in formulary management preferred, including demonstrated understanding of medication utilization across care settings.

Commitment to OhioHealth values: Compassion, Excellence, Inclusion, Integrity, and Stewardship.

Responsibilities and Duties

40% Clinical and Operational Activities The individual will focus on the clinical workload and operational staffing for the day. Specific activities include: realignment of resources to meet daily workload, re-assignment of staff due to call-offs, clinical services outcomes results and oversight of clinical services program. Reports to be generated as requested by department leadership to quantify and qualify the clinical and operational activities of the department. Other specific areas of focus include formulary and purchasing management.

40% Clinical Quality and Regulatory Oversight The individual must be prepared to oversee the quality and safety plan of the department and work collaboratively with others within the organization to address safety concerns. Activities may include general report analysis, root cause analysis facilitation meetings or trending the safety events within the organization. In addition, the individual must be aware of all regulatory requirements for pharmacy including but not limited to The Joint Commission, Board of Pharmacy, USP, EPA, and DE a. He/She will work in conjunction with the department leadership to ensure compliance within the entire organization.

10% Committee Facilitation and Organizational Alignment Committee involvement is extensive and in many cases the individuals will chair the committee. Committees include: Medication Management, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Formulary Sub-Committee, Medication Safety and The Joint Commission Core group. This position will be required work across the system for ultimate success.

10% Maintenance of Clinical & Operational Skill Sets The individual will continue to have direct patient care not necessarily in contact with the patient t to maintenance competence. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

RPH - Registered Pharmacist - Board of Pharmacy Specialties

Additional Job Description

Work Shift: Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Department: Corporate Pharmacy Services

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Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment