Senior Consultant - Optimization

ABOUT VISANTE


We are relentless in solving the most complex challenges in health system pharmacy-designing pharmacy footprints that meet our clients where they are today and position them to win tomorrow . Our work delivers measurable financial gains, operational excellence, and an elevated patient experience.

We set ambitious goals, move with urgency, and create extraordinary value. Obsessed with client impact, we thrive in a collaborative, innovative culture where deep expertise turns insight into action. We're proud of the results we deliver and the trust we earn-fueling sustained growth and exceptional client satisfaction.


Our mission is to transform healthcare through pharmacy, and our vision is to reimagine pharmacy to improve lives.

ABOUT THE POSITION


The Senior Consultant Pharmacist is a pivotal role within health systems, focusing on optimizing medication management and pharmacy operations. This position involves leading and executing pharmacy-related projects, both on-site and remotely, to enhance clinical excellence and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive medication regimen reviews, developing and implementing clinical guidelines and quality improvement initiatives, and serving as a subject matter expert on regulatory compliance and medication safety. Additionally, the Senior Consultant Pharmacist mentors pharmacy staff, engages in research to stay current with advancements in pharmaceutical care, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and cost-efficient pharmaceutical services. This role requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, active pharmacist licensure, and substantial experience in clinical pharmacy within health system or hospital settings. Board certification and experience in project management are preferred. The Senior Consultant Pharmacist contributes significantly to patient care and pharmacy practice within dynamic health system environments.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to assess current pharmacy workflows and configurations, identify operational challenges, and recommend tailored solutions.
• Provide specialized consulting across various pharmacy sectors, including operations and automation, specialty pharmacy, consolidated service centers, home infusion therapy, pharmacy benefit management, supply chain, revenue cycle, 340B program optimization, Joint Commission readiness, and policy development.
• Serve in short-term, on-site leadership roles as needed, guiding client teams through transitions and critical projects
• Manage day-to-day project delivery, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timely execution, and effective team collaboration.
• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining schedules, milestones, and resource allocation to achieve desired outcomes.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform solution development, troubleshoot issues, and propose alternative strategies when necessary.
• Consolidate analytical findings into actionable recommendations, present implementation plans to clients and oversee the execution to ensure success.
• Track project progress against objectives, budgets, and timelines, delivering results that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Lead key client meetings, contribute to industry thought leadership, and share best practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, acting as a liaison between client teams and internal resources, and providing ongoing support throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Education

Required : Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an ACPE certified school of pharmacy


Preferred: Relevant advanced degree (e.g., MS, MBA, MPH, MHA). Successful completion of an ASHP accredited PGY1 or specialty residency.

Experience

Required: Minimum 5 years of experience working in health system pharmacy, including 3 years in formal leadership position. Successful completion of a HSPAL residency training program, in lieu of formal leadership experience.


Special Skills:

• Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Exhibits strong leadership skills, guiding teams toward achieving strategic goals, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Possesses high emotional intelligence, facilitating effective interpersonal interactions, and communicates clearly and concisely with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives.
• Apply exceptional problem-solving skills with an analytical, innovative, and creative mindset to develop effective solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel) and adapts quickly to new technologies and fast-paced environments.

Compensation and Benefits: We offer competitive salary and benefits for this full-time salaried role.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Visante is an equal opportunity employer. Visante's people are its greatest asset and provide the resources that have made the company what it is today. Visante is, therefore, committed to maintaining an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and violence. This means there can be no deference because of age, religion or creed, gender, gender identity or expression, race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations