Pharmacy Specialist of Drug Policy & Formulary Management

Overview

Where you matter as much as the work you do

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Description

8:30a-5p / Full Time / 40 Hours

The Pharmacy Specialist of Drug Policy and Formulary Management practices as a clinical expert in specialty practice area(s). This position is responsible for system-wide formulary and medication-use oversight at EHC with a focus on the following activities:

1. Supporting activities that impact the health-system formulary (e.g. monograph development, class reviews, therapeutic interchanges, maintenance of online formulary).
2. Effectively using internal and external data to support evidence-based decision making.
3. Evaluating the cost implications of formulary and medication-related changes and incorporating financial considerations into the decision-making process.
4. Proactively engaging stakeholders to vet and optimize formulary and medication-related changes.
5. Effectively communicating formulary and medication-related changes to stakeholders.
6. Conducting medication-use evaluations (MUEs) to evaluate and optimize medication use.
7. Supporting activities of the Formulary Implementation Group by gathering and vetting information to support medication-related builds in EPIC.
8. Supporting drug shortage activities by developing evidence-based mitigation strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders.
9. Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements for medications with Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) by developing decision support, policies and procedures, training modules, etc.
10. Developing and maintaining medication-related policies and procedures.
11. Serving as a resource for drug information inquiries.
12. Serving as preceptor for pharmacy residents and students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Current Georgia pharmacy license or reciprocation eligibility for licensure in Georgia.
• PGY1 and PGY2 residency in drug information, drug policy, formulary management, medication safety or equivalent experience in the specialty area.
• Experience in a large academic health-care system is preferred.
• Pharmacy specialty board certification is preferred.
• Experience managing large projects and basic knowledge of EPIC or EMR functionality is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in literature evaluation and summation.
• Ability to collect and collate data using Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to analyze and apply data to make evidence-based decisions.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on attention to detail.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to proactively engage multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with individuals from various disciplines across the healthcare system to accomplish common goals.
• Ability to proactively coordinate and implement system initiatives.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.