Clinical Practice Data Analyst, 340B Compliance - Ambulatory Pharmacy Services

Hiring Department: Ambulatory Pharmacy Services

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1025130

Posting Close Date: May 24, 2024

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UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Ambulatory Pharmacy Services, a unit of the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking to hire a Clinical Practice Data Analyst to join the 340B Program Compliance team. This position requires a reliable, self-directed, motivated, detail oriented team player with demonstrated knowledge of Excel or a comparable data management program to format, organize and calculate data in a spreadsheet. This on-site position is located in the Administration area of Ambulatory Pharmacy Services. The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $72,000.

This is a full-time (40 hrs.) benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The Successful Clinical Practice Data Analyst Will:

• Assist with the building of reports, as appropriate, to monitor and improve 340B Program compliance and performance
• Monitor and generate reports to audit pharmacy inventory acquired through appropriate accounts (e.g., WAC, GPO, 340B and non-340B) to replenish inventory in the mixed-use inventory setting
• Collaborate with the Pharmacy, Compliance, and 340B Oversight Committee to develop monthly, quarterly, and yearly audit metrics
• Perform routine compliance audits, resolve discrepancies, and identify causes of discrepancies using excel or a comparable data management program
• Maintain 340B self-audit records and provide summaries of findings
• Support and maintain the split-billing/third party administrator systems and the functions to be performed
• Evaluate patient eligibility for qualified and non-qualified patients in mixed-use areas and clinics by reviewing patient medical records, insurance plans, and, if applicable, hospital status
• Assist in assessing opportunities for cost savings and system improvements to yield higher compliance
• Participate and support quality improvement initiatives and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Assist the 340B Assistant Director with Pharmacy Technician and Extern payroll entry, scheduling requests, and monitoring of attendance to ensure daily operational coverage.
• Participate in the hiring and training of 340B team, if applicable.
• Establish effective working relationships with internal/external working counterparts (IT, Pharmacies, Pharmacy buyers, finance, credentialing, and others) to facilitate productive exchanges of information to improve program efficiency.
• Demonstrate conflict resolution skills by identifying and involving appropriate team members to assist in resolving issues successfully.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Effective communication skills
• Analytical problem-solving skills with attention to details
• Ability to learn and utilize new software applications for data entry and reporting
• Knowledge of CMS data requirements for core measures, meaningful use, and similar metrics
• Experience with coordinating projects and team dynamics to successfully achieve team goals
• Effective time management skills

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Information Management, Healthcare Information, Nursing, Information Technology, Computer Science, Statistics, Finance, Management Engineering, Business or closely related fields or as required by the position to be filled in the area of specialization inherent in the position may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with complex data management and audits (e.g. Excel, pivot tables)
• Minimum one year of 340B experience
• Completion of 340B University on Live/On Demand
• Knowledge and proficiency in EPIC or other electronic medical record
• Experience in 340B Split Billing/Third Party Administrator Software and/or manual 340B operations.
• Previous drug purchasing and/or wholesaler experience
• Experience training employees.
• Experience in software implementation

Qualified candidates must submit a complete application *plus a cover letter of interest and resume/CV*. The names and contact information of three professional references is required on the application and/or resume.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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