Director Pharmacy and Specialty Operations

DescriptionThis position is incentive eligible.IntroductionDo you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Director Pharmacy and Specialty Operations? At HealthTrust, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsHealthTrust, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

Colleague recognition program

Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Director Pharmacy and Specialty Operations like you to be a part of our team.Job Summary and QualificationsOversees the clinical pharmacy and specialty pharmacy GPO operations. Specialty Pharmacy GPO operations responsibilities include business development support, new member onboarding and optimization, and liaison with Specialty GPO partner. Clinical Operation responsibilities include clinical pharmacy board leader, clinical initiatives that impact drug utilization, clinical education and staff development, operational optimization of drug products, management of appropriate drug utilization through clinical pathway development, pharmacoeconomic analysis, and quality improvement activities.What you will do in this role includes:

Facilitate clinical pharmacy advisory board meetings and content presented

Collaborate with drug information services, analytics team, and pharmacy sourcing team to develop clinical and contracting strategies for HealthTrust members

Develops Key Performance Indicators and Dashboards related to Specialty Drug Utilization

Support business development and sales team as the knowledge expert in growing the specialty pharmacy GPO

Develop and track reporting of Specialty GPO purchases to assist members in optimizing savings

Assists in development of “best practice” recommendations for all areas of outpatient and specialty drug management

Coordinate with managed care pharmacy leader, 340B leader, and other outpatient focused leaders to develop insights and tools for Healthtrust members

Analyze new drug pipeline for contract opportunity and member awareness

Develop patent exclusivity reports to identify and track generic, biosimilar, and 505b2 drug launches

Collaborate with pharmacy sourcing leads to develop a contracting workplan utilizing patent exclusivity reports, clinical best practices, guideline changes, and other market dynamics

Work with pharmacy leadership to analyze drug spend trends to identify areas of opportunity and implement appropriate use/development of protocols and guidelines

Provides supporting documentation, “white papers” or other information needed to facilitate P&T Committee preparation as needed

Assists in development of “best practice” recommendations for clinical and operational procedures to minimize adverse events and ensure compliance with regulatory standards

Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”

Ability to grow and lead the Specialty GPO team to meet member growth and needs.

What qualifications you will need:  

Doctor of Pharmacy degree required

Masters degree in business or healthcare related field preferred

7 or more years of experience as a clinical coordinator/manager, director of pharmacy, or director of specialty pharmacy GPO experience required

Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Public speaking and presentation skills

In today's challenging business environment of cost pressures, supply disruptions, and workforce shortages, it is crucial for providers to efficiently manage expenses and enhance performance. HealthTrust, in collaboration with 1,800 hospitals and health systems, offers a specialized group purchasing organization (GPO) membership model designed to deliver immediate and sustainable cost savings. Their team of experts provides tailored value acceleration engagements to address specific needs, delivering unparalleled benefits. With nationwide purchasing power and a focus on overall spending management, HealthTrust offers unmatched pricing advantages on supplies, along with industry-leading benchmarks and best practices. The dedicated team is committed to guiding and implementing performance enhancements in cost, quality, and outcomes.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years. HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderWe are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Director Pharmacy and Specialty Operations opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.