Job Details

Overview

Company : Highmark Inc.

Job Description : JOB SUMMARY

This job leads and/or participates in the development and execution of key strategic initiatives for Pharmacy Services. The incumbent engages in multiple cross-functional projects and will be expected to work in a collaborative, highly matrixed manner. Directs the opportunity analysis and outcomes reporting for pharmacy's strategic initiatives. In the course of contributing to these projects, the incumbent may be expected to fulfill many different types of roles, ranging from project leadership, problem-solving, data analysis and interpretation, providing recommendations, communicating project updates to the pharmacy leadership team and completing implementation tasks within the specified timeframe. Builds relationships with personnel in other business units of the organization, and will be expected to work with little to no supervision. Will likely play a supportive role in shaping the overall strategy and value proposition for Pharmacy Services and is also expected to serve as a mentor to less experienced members of the Pharmacy business team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct opportunity analyses and use these analyses to develop the strategic plan for pharmacy.

• Interface with stakeholders in other business areas to advance strategic initiatives for pharmacy services.

• Conduct outcomes analyses for strategic initiatives to determine how the initiative is performing relative to predetermined goals.

• Provide project updates to Pharmacy management.

• Serve as a mentor to less experienced members of the Pharmacy team.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Economics, Healthcare or related field, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree

Preferred

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D) or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
• Master's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, or Economics

Experience

Required

• 5 - 7 years Managed Care

Or

• 5 - 7 years Health Insurance Industry
• 1 - 3 years Pharmacy Operation

Preferred

• Registered Pharmacist or PharmD
• 3 years in Health Plan, Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) or Pharmaceutical manufacturer environment
• Experience in a Health Plan or PBM pharmacy department supporting strategic care cost savings initiatives

Licenses or Certifications

Required

• None

Preferred

• Registered Pharmacist or PharmD
• Completion of a Post Graduate Pharmacy Residency Program

Skills

• Oral & Written Communication Skills

• Self Starter

• Collaborative Problem Solving

Language

None

Travel Required

0% - 25%

Physical, Mental Demands and Working Conditions

Position Type

Office-Based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Occasionally

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Occasionally

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

Yes

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Frequently

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Disclaimer

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance

This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to confidential information. All employees must comply with HIPAA, Privacy Policies and Procedures, and the company's Code of Business Conduct, along with applicable laws, rules, and regulations and training requirements.

Pay

Pay Range Minimum: $78,900.00

Pay Range Maximum: $147,500.00

Note: Base pay is determined by various factors; the displayed salary range does not reflect geographic differentials.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination based on protected status and require accessibility; for accommodations contact HR Services Online at ...@highmarkhealth.org

Req ID: J270595