Team Leader Pharmacy – Clinical Programs

Team Leader Pharmacy – Clinical Programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy OR PharmD.
• Licensure: An active and unrestricted Pharmacy license in Iowa or South Dakota (individual must be licensed in the state in which they reside) is required within 6 months from date of hire.
• 5+ years of managed care pharmacy or pharmacy residency program experience, including demonstrated coaching/mentoring experience, and broad understanding of the health care delivery system, managed care and pharmacy benefit management systems, plan design and overall operations. Advanced knowledge of medical literature retrieval and evaluation.
• Leadership experience gained through a combination of project or informal leadership.
• Ability to measure, evaluate and/or improve work processes, programs, and services; ensures alignment with strategic goals.
• Self-starter able to produce quality results based off strong decision-making skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Ability to independently make effective evidence-based decisions and coach/guide others.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively articulate complex information across all levels of an organization, including senior leadership and non-clinical/technical audiences. Strong presentation skills.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
• Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize initiatives, align appropriate resources, clearly articulate expectations to others, and motivate teams in order to achieve success.
• Adaptable and flexible with change and also have the ability to effectively lead teams through change.
• Understanding of applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines. Must be aware of implications to department.

Responsibilities

• Guide, mentor and lead a multi-functional team of Clinical Pharmacists supporting managed care work across the organization.
• Lead and support team members through their development and success, while removing barriers that may arise for the team.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of the development and maintenance of comprehensive clinical pharmacy programs in partnership with Wellmark’s Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy leadership to ensure the implementation of strategic program goals in a highly matrixed environment.
• Set clear expectations, define accountabilities, provide regular coaching, facilitate change, and provide an overall positive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA.
• Prior experience with pharmacy claims software.
• Success with end-to-end management of complex programs from inception through execution and ongoing optimization.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards, PBM contracts, Part D rules and regulations.
• Strategic planning experience.