Coordinator Pharmacy 340B Program - General Pharmacy - Full Time

Summary:

The 340b Program Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of 340b program operations at CHRISTUS Health acute inpatient facilities that qualify for program participation. The 340B Compliance Coordinator will synthesize and analyze all data related to participation in the Program including performing routine audits, maintaining policies, procedures, and annual re-certification, and is responsible for day-to-day administration and operation of the Program.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Maintain, periodically review, and update a comprehensive system 340b policy.
• Monitor ongoing changes to the federal 340b regulations on a weekly basis.
• Develop and implement an internal education program for CHRISTUS Health associates that are involved in the 340b program both on a system and on regional level.
• Develop and provide 340b support and compliance tools to assist covered entities in efficient administration at a regional level.
• Monitor and report financial impact and opportunities for program growth to system leadership.
• Monitor compliance with 340b federal regulations and CHRISTUS Health system policies at each covered entity quarterly and prepare reports for system management in Reimbursement and Supply Chain Management.
• Performs internal auditing of 340b contract pharmacies in accordance with CHRISTUS Health system policy, and report findings to the regional and system leadership.
• Assist in regional maintenance of split-billing software.
• Audit regional purchasing and split-billing software performance and report to system leadership.
• Develop and maintain a document repository for both 340b reference and covered entity audit documents.
• Coordinate and assist covered entities in preparing for Health Resources and Services Administration Office of Pharmacy Affairs audits.
• Assist system Reimbursement team in preparing documentation for covered entity enrollment applications.
• Assist system Reimbursement team in preparing annual recertification applications.

• Occupational Hazards
• Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
• Risk 0 exposure category.
• Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
• Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g., patient education, code attendance).

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Healthcare related field preferred.

Experience

• 3 - 5 years of experience in hospital pharmacy purchasing and billing preferred.
• Relevant work experience in hospital pharmacy, including pharmacy purchasing and 340b.
• Auditing experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician license registered in the State of practice preferred.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time