340B System Support Analyst - Remote - Lafayette Region

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job provides support for expansion of the 340B Multiple Contract Pharmacy Program. Maintains databases and systems to support these programs to ensure financial and regulatory compliance of 340B and the Multiple Contract Pharmacy Program. Works closely with the current staff and Contract Pharmacies servicing the company's population.

Education

Required -Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field

Preferred - Master's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field

Work Experience

Required - 2 years' experience in Healthcare, Compliance, Business, Accounting, Finance or related field

Preferred - Experience working with the 340B Drug Discount Program

Certifications

Preferred - Completion of Apexus Advanced 340B Certificate Program

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of pharmacy processes and medications utilized.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills and strong orientation to attention-to-detail.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Reliable transportation to travel between facilities, including ability to drive vehicle on Interstate Highway System.

• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical contract mechanism for hospitals, GPOs, Retail Pharmacies, and Wholesalers.

• Knowledge of pharmacy software to support 340B Pharmacy Programs.

• Skills in Microsoft Excel and Access.

• Knowledge of regulations and guidelines of the 340B Program.

Job Duties

• Complies with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards, including all Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Office of Pharmacy Affairs regulations related to the 340B Program.
• Monitors 340B drug utilization and purchasing at contract pharmacies.
• Supports implementation, testing, maintenance, and auditing of new contract pharmacy sites.
• Serves as a technical resource to contract pharmacies and hospital pharmacy departments.
• Performs audits on a scheduled basis including presenting and resolving issues as they arise during the monitoring and reconciliation process.
• Monitors and audits Medicaid prescriptions to ensure compliance to prevent duplicate discounts.
• Uses the electronic health record to research patient records within the specified audit period, documenting and identifying the eligibility of the provider, location, and patient's status.
• Analyzes data and builds reports to identify cost savings and system improvements to yield higher compliance.
• Assists with staff education and training for the 340B Program.
• Develops and fosters working relationships with internal and external working counterparts to facilitate productive exchanges of information to improve program efficiency and promote program compliance.
• Performs other duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. There is potential to encounter hazardous medications and hazardous waste.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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