Pharmacy Technician Specialist, 340B Program Compliance - Ambulatory Pharmacy Services

Pharmacy Technician Specialist, 340B Program Compliance - Ambulatory Pharmacy Services

Hiring Department: Ambulatory Pharmacy Services

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1025489

Posting Close Date: June 28, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

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 a Pharmacy Technician Specialist to join the 340 Program Compliance Team. We are looking for knowledgeable, reliable, motivated, and detail oriented candidates to apply. This on-site position is located in the Administration area of Ambulatory Pharmacy Services. This position requires demonstrated knowledge of the 340B Program and only applicants with demonstrated knowledge will be considered for this position. The working hours for this position are Monday through Friday with an 8 hour work shift between 7:00am and 6:00pm. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.

This is a full-time and 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. All Pharmacy Technicians are licensed Civil Service positions represented by the SEIU Technical, Local 73 union.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervising pharmacy technicians, pharmacy externs, and students in the daily functions of 340B audits, as assigned

• Assisting with payroll entry, scheduling, attendance monitoring, as assigned

• Collaborating with the 340B compliance team to establish hiring criteria, create job descriptions, and new hire recruiting, as applicable

• Developing and implementing a 340B compliance pharmacy technician training program and identify and plan for 340B staff development needs

• Providing feedback to facilitate the continuous evaluation of all processes and assist with annual performance evaluations, as assigned.

• Assisting the Assistant Director with monitoring the work of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy externs to assure maintenance of high-performance standard

• Participation in and support of quality improvement initiatives and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements

• Providing pharmacy buyer(s) with information required to place orders using the appropriate accounts to replenish inventory in the mixed-use inventory setting and educate others involved in the purchasing process to ensure proper operation and compliance.

• Demonstrating effective and timely communication with all colleagues, and navigating conflicts by discerning and engaging the right team members to swiftly resolve issues with optimal efficiency

• Developing a thorough understanding of the 340B Program and improve the overall efficiency, value, and internal support of the 340B Compliance Program

• Ensuring the Ambulatory pharmacies maintain adherence to 340B Program regulations and guidelines

• Developing a thorough understanding of the split-billing/third party administrator systems and functions

• Performing audits on a scheduled basis, as required

• Evaluating patient eligibility for qualified and non-qualified patients in mixed-use areas and clinics

• Developing and fostering working relationships with internal/external colleagues (IT, internal audit, accounting, etc.) to facilitate productive exchanges of information to improve program efficiency

• Assessing opportunities for cost savings and system improvements to yield higher compliance

• Building knowledge of the health care and pharmacy services industry; to identify and make recommendations to improve the 340B Program.

• Monitoring ordering processes, analyzing invoices, shipping, and inventory management processes.

• Fully participate and support quality improvement initiatives and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1.Five (5) years experience of progressively more responsible experience comparable to that gained at the Pharmacy Technician III level.

2.Current registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

3.State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician License.

4.Demonstrated experience in 340B Program Compliance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to accurately interpret data, determine validity of results, and initiate corrective action immediately.

• Ability to conduct 340B compliance audits.

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.

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