Pharmacist Informaticist

Pharmacist Informaticist

Job Overview

This role is for an award-winning integrated healthcare system in New Jersey. This is for a client of Impact Advisors. The Pharmacist Informaticist is responsible for providing leadership, direction, technical expertise, and project management in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical and pharmacy information systems throughout the healthcare system. Responsibilities include process analysis, modifies programming/build of systems, change management, marketing, and training development/delivery and end user support. This position utilizes the knowledge and skills of clinical practice, operational workflow, and knowledge of clinical system operations and regulations to ensure the information systems are consistent with professional standards of practice. This position requires in-depth expertise of specific applications and will utilize resource and knowledge for continuous quality improvement initiatives enhanced by technology systems. The Pharmacist Informaticist will work closely with the leadership and colleagues to develop and maintain a fully integrated online medical record and assist in maintaining operational hardware through guidance provided to Tech Analysts and operational proxies.

This position requires on-call responsibilities.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

Possesses strong facilitation and communication skills as well as established track record of successful change management.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy required; Pharm. D. and PGY-2 Informatics preferred

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Current Licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of New Jersey required. Informatics certification preferred. Valid Driver's License required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 1-year operational pharmacy experience required.
• Previous management experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Computer application experience preferred.
• Electronic Health Record applications experiences preferred.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Operational Management and Support:

• Assist in developing and managing clinical project schedules to align with enterprise and departmental strategic initiatives.
• Support leadership in driving the adoption and execution of clinical and operational strategy through collaboration with internal management and software vendors.
• Contribute to setting goals for clinical quality, safety, and operational integrity of information systems.
• Help standardize clinical content and ensure alignment with organizational strategy and best practices.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies in collaboration with the Director to maintain alignment with advancements in the field.
• Support innovation by identifying opportunities for improvement and contributing to problem-solving efforts.
• Aid in the planning and execution of major projects, ensuring they are implemented successfully and evaluated effectively.
• Provide technological insights on medication system workflows and its impact on 340B systems during optimization of existing services or strategic planning of new services
• Assists team members as necessary configuring, installing, upgrading, and maintaining hardware and software

Clinical Systems and Workflow Management:

• Participate in cross-functional teams to analyze and redesign clinical workflows for improved system performance.
• Assist in evaluating and designing clinical systems to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Work with senior clinical, administrative, and IT leaders to translate clinician requirements into effective system solutions.
• Support the management of systems related to quality outcome measures, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Maintain knowledge of clinical information systems to support ongoing strategic goals.
• Help develop and implement standards and guidelines for pharmacy practices.
• Ensure medication charges are processed accurately by maintaining medication system databases and system workflows that promote proper billing of medication-related charges

Data Management and Analytics:

• Assist in analyzing healthcare information and communication technology to improve care delivery and inform policy changes.
• Monitor and evaluate application functionality and usage, working with clinicians and staff to optimize performance.
• Provide support in clinical information systems and data management to aid in strategic decision-making.
• Maintain medication system databases to ensure cohesive integration of various pharmacy solutions into the medication workflows

Communication and Collaboration:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with employees, vendors, and stakeholders to support project outcomes.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across departments to achieve unified goals and improve system effectiveness.
• Support end-user informatics programs, ensuring they meet organizational needs and foster technology adoption.
• Assist in developing strategies to support IT learning needs and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Support compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Help integrate professional standards and regulatory guidelines into EMR documentation and practices.
• Contribute to activities related to regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and survey readiness.

Problem Solving and Decision Making:

• Demonstrate problem-solving skills to address complex issues and develop actionable plans.
• Use analytical skills to define problems, gather data, and make informed decisions.

General Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Embodies and promotes employer’s values.
• Adheres to employer’s policies and procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping and crouching a majority of the workday. Works with such equipment as computer terminal, fax machine, printer and copier.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to Manager of Pharmacy Informatics.