340B Program Administrator
22 days ago
Nashville
Job Description Overview Job Title: 340B Program Administrator Department: 340B Program Reports To: Chief Operating Officer FLSA Status: Exempt-Salary About Nashville CARES: Nashville CARES is the leading force in Middle Tennessee dedicated to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Through a holistic approach encompassing HIV prevention, treatment, and comprehensive support, we aim to uplift those at risk and those living with HIV. Our passionate commitment to education, advocacy, and quality healthcare drives our mission forward. Discover more about our impactful work at Position Overview: The 340B Program Administrator serves as the compliance expert on 340B Program details, policies, and procedures, acting as the liaison with necessary affiliated departments to ensure 340B Program integrity. This position provides expertise regarding ongoing compliance, develops and maintains internal and external relationships (wholesalers, contract pharmacies) as needed, and actively engages with senior leadership in decision-making processes related to the implementation of new 340B processes. The role ensures all policies and procedures are adhered to, maintains contracts, and coordinates internal and external audit practices. Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of Nashville CARES’ staff is also vital. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Training and Education • Acts as the liaison with necessary departments to ensure 340B Program integrity., • Develops training and competency materials related to the 340B program., • Conducts ongoing 340B program training for staff., • Develops, implements, and modifies consistent policies and procedures according to all applicable guidelines., • Serves as the expert on acceptable 340B policies and procedures., • Continually monitors 340B regulations to ensure federal compliance, staying up-to-date on all rule changes, including HRSA/OPA., • Shares all learnings and hot topics with management and staff., • Keeps abreast of trends and issues by attending 340B trainings and monitoring industry publications to ensure the agency has the latest information regarding interpretations, rulings, suggestions, and advanced ideas for improving participation., • Leads the agency’s 340B committee, including members from senior leadership and programs. Registration/Recertification • Oversees required 340B audits, both internally and externally., • Maintains a current state of “audit readiness.”, • Serves as the point person and coordinator for all audits., • Coordinates all requests and responses., • Coordinates external compliance assessments with outside firms, where appropriate, to validate internal processes., • Leads 340B purchasing and utilization audits or compliance assessments internally to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including self-audits of 340B processes, annual audits of contract pharmacies, and monthly audits of 340B eligible locations., • Coordinates the remediation of findings., • Manages relationships, billing services, and compliance with contracted 340B pharmacies, manufacturers, and wholesalers., • Develops strategies for appropriate use of the program, working directly with manufacturers and wholesalers., • Provides oversight for the implementation of process improvement initiatives and creates an environment that emphasizes continuous monitoring and improvement., • Prepares, monitors, and reports measurements to ensure satisfaction with the 340B program., • Develops, monitors, and presents reports on 340B participation that clearly document utilization, savings, problem areas, exceptions, and/or discrepancies to senior leadership., • Routinely communicates any questions, issues, or discrepancies with the appropriate authority., • Reports monthly on saving opportunities., • Communicates key metrics and improvement actions to senior leadership., • Ensures appropriate documentation and audit trail across areas of responsibility., • Develops, monitors, maintains, and presents reports to managers and directors on budget variances., • Develops and prepares drug spend analysis for forecasting and budgeting., • Completes analytics on any department changes that may affect the budget to make appropriate budgetary adjustments. Education and/or Experience • Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field or business management, pharmacy experience preferred., • Two (2) or more years of direct 340B Program experience, • Two (2) or more years of institutional experience (hospital—acute care, community-based organization, nursing home, home health care, integrated health system)., • Master’s degree in health system pharmacy administration, Business Administration, or other relevant fields., • Three (3) or more years of 340B Program management., • At least 3-5 years of experience in hospitals, grantees, and/or health clinics., • Advanced 340B Operations Certificate (340B ACE)., • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills., • Excellent organizational and time management abilities., • Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to form collaborative alliances, promote teamwork, and ensure high internal and external customer satisfaction., • Ability to work as a team player or autonomously with strong organizational skills, project management skills, and attention to detail., • Ability to work with vendors and other departments to keep multiple tasks on track and bring projects successfully to completion., • Strong skills in standard Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access)., • Ability to initiate and follow through on complex programs of both short and long duration., • Highly developed problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve complex problems., • Be a part of a mission-driven organization that is a community leader in HIV prevention and care., • Engage in meaningful work that has a direct, positive impact on people’s lives., • Benefit from professional development opportunities in a supportive and inclusive workplace. Competitive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403b, long term disability insurance; short term disability insurance, group life insurance, voluntary life, accident insurance and critical insurance, generous paid time off policy (27 – 37 days per year based on accruals and length of service), and 12 paid holidays. Nashville CARES is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers and clients. We respect equality and inclusivity for all people and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.