Manager, Pharmacy Compounding

The Pharmacy Manager Compounding is responsible for the management of the Birdi sterile, non-sterile hazardous, and non-sterile compounding facilities.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

· Fill prescriptions for pharmaceutical compound preparations for patients and physicians pursuant to state and federal laws and regulations.

· Ensure compliance with and, when appropriate, exceeds certification standards pertaining to all aspects of the compounding practice.

· Work with outside bodies to ensure the compounding facility is following guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of compounded sterile preparations.

· Maintain accreditation standards or individual certifications for compounding.

· Ensure all prescription labels, documentation and compounded preparations strictly adhere to current federal and state laws and regulations, including applicable United States Pharmacopeia (USP) compounding guidelines, technical and quality-related governing the same.

· Contact prescribers or patients to provide clarification and verify prescription information such as dosing instructions, drug strength and drug name to expedite order process.

· Interpret prescriber prescriptions; verify appropriateness and accuracy of prescription information entered order processing system.

· Verify prescription to be dispensed contain the correct medication and labeling according to company and regulatory guidelines.

· Develop, implement and update the quality assurance (QA) programs including identifying goals and member/client outcomes.

· Ensure that all QA programs are being run in accordance with all policies and procedures and standard operating procedures.

· Report QA updates, results and discrepancies found to the Senior Director, Pharmacy, Pharmacist in Charge, and Quality Management Committee.

· Provide education, drug information and medication management to members.

· Provide oversight and support to technicians to assist in resolving issues.

· Ensure a drug utilization review is completed with each prescription dispensed.

· Maintain daily production, quality and service levels.

· Maintain working knowledge of all current laws and regulations at a state and federal level pertaining to compounding pharmacy.

· Assist in ensuring that prescription-related records are compiled to support efficient and effective insurance audits. Provide preparation assistance for insurance audits as requested.

· Partner with physicians and their agents to determine evidence-based, clinically sound compounded therapies tailored to address specific and/or unique patient conditions.

· Assist with development and enforcement of policies and procedures that promote cost-effective, appropriate, and safe medication compounding and use.

· Documents and reports medication errors to quality management on a timely basis.

· Manage direct reports in accordance with company policies in an equal manner that ensures confidentiality

· Lead and mentor staff to improve skillset and career potential

· Advise on employee promotions, transfers, and dismissals

· Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical compounding
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong data analysis and presentation skills

· Financial and statistical reporting knowledge and experience

• Project management experience
• Progressive staff management experience
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and data in accordance with policies
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality, and act in a diplomatic manner
• A good educator who is trustworthy and willing to share information and serve as a mentor

· Ability to independently identify, research and resolve issues

· A decisive individual who possesses a detail-oriented perspective

· Sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus

· Ability to lead and work with peers in a team effort

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

· A well-organized and self-directed individual who is able to work with minimal amount of supervision

· Capability to efficiently complete tasks in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to lift heavy objects up to 25 pounds

· Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays in alignment with departmental and industry demands

Education/Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or Pharm D

· Active Pharmacist license in good standing with applicable State Board of Pharmacy

· At least 5 years in a compounding pharmacy setting.

• Demonstrated managerial experience
• Minimum of 2 year (s) of experience in a similar role, with a focus on compounding.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry related software programs

Preferred Skill/Abilities:

· Experience or knowledge of compounding rules and standards

· Prior experience in hospital or compounding pharmacy.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

· Production/warehouse environment, with exposure to some noise and machinery.

· Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.