Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Pharmacy Supply Chain

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, Pharmacy Supply Chain position will be responsible for day-to-day operations critical for supply chain integrity. This includes drug shortage response, drug recall response, and pharmacist oversight of expanding centralized services for the UMH-System.

This position will lead the Department of Pharmacy's response to, and mitigation of, supply chain interruptions pertaining to medication supply. This position will lead other members of the Department to develop and execute plans and will serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders externally to the Department, for all matters pertaining to drug shortages. This position will work closely with many stakeholders both internal and external to the Department of Pharmacy to identify supply chain interruptions, explore alternative options, and develop mitigation plans to support patient care activities.

This position will lead the Department of Pharmacy's response to pharmaceutical recalls. This position will lead other members of the Department to develop and execute plans and will serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders external to the Department, for all matters pertaining to pharmaceutical recalls.

This position will provide pharmacist oversight for centralized services through the Pharmacy Integrated Supply Hub (PhISH) at UM Joy Rd Service Center. This includes evolving distribution models to align with department goals and optimization opportunities.

Responsibilities*

• Develop and oversee the Department of Pharmacy's plans to mitigate the impact of drug shortages on patient care activities throughout multiple practices across the statewide UMH-System.
• Lead the pharmacy department drug shortage committee and work with leaders throughout the department as well as other key members to allow for quick actions to respond to supply chain interruptions.
• Communicate shortage mitigation plans to both internal and external stakeholders as needed.
• Lead the Department of Pharmacy's response to drug recalls across the statewide UMH-System.
• Explore new technology and work collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop new tools or processes to improve notification and management of drug shortages and drug recalls.
• Work collaboratively with physicians and leadership teams to develop and implement quality and process improvements to optimize patient care and pharmacy services as it pertains to drug shortages and drug recalls.
• Support the Pharmacy Supply Chain team with clinical decision making to evaluate proposed product changes for cost savings, drug shortages, or other supply chain optimization.
• Serve as primary pharmacist oversight for PhISH (Pharmacy Integrated Supply Hub) service lines.
• Contribute to the education, training and professional development of University of Michigan College of Pharmacy students and interns through support of on-site clinical experiences and internships.
• May conduct or participate in research, drug use projects, cost reduction/management initiatives, and quality improvement activities consistent with Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives.

Other Related Duties:

• Complies with all University of Michigan and departmental standards and expectations.
• Supports the department's commitment to continuous improvement activities and principles through positive and respectful contributions in all problem-solving and changing processes within the Pharmacy Department.
• Participates in department committees and work teams as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.
• Ability to meet all the above qualifications and requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

For more information about the UMHS Department of Pharmacy Services, see our annual report at https://www.medicine.umich.edu/dept/pharmacy/pharmacy-annual-reports

Required Qualifications*

• Licensure in good standing, or immediate eligibility for Licensure, as a Registered Pharmacist with an active controlled substance license in the State of Michigan.
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy with one-year residency or fellowship or equivalent clinical experience.
• 1 to 3+ years pharmacy experience
• General office work, physical demands

Desired Qualifications*

• Strong leadership skills
• Understanding of supply chain and drug purchasing process
• Proficient in operating within the Windows environment with experience in use of the following software: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access.
• Ideal candidate will be patient-centered, adaptable to change, innovative, and willing to take on tasks/responsibilities with autonomy and creativity as we are a growing program, and the working environment will continue to change.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Schedule generally weekdays dayshift responsibilities with occasional weekends and late evening hours as needed.

Work Locations

This position will work with team members throughout Michigan Medicine, but primary location is Joy Rd Service Center in Dexter, MI.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.