Director, Clinical Pharmacy

📋 Description

• • Lead and inspire a high-performing team of clinical pharmacy professionals, fostering an environment of collaboration and excellence to optimize results across Humana's matrixed organization.
• • Leverage a comprehensive understanding of pharmacy operations, managed care principles, and patient-centered clinical program design to develop innovative strategies that enhance health outcomes through optimized medication utilization.
• • Drive the creation and implementation of new clinical programs, ensuring they align with Humana's strategic goals and contribute to measurable improvements in both pharmacy and medical cost trends.
• • Oversee the entire lifecycle of clinical program development, from initial ideation and vetting to successful implementation and ongoing optimization, ensuring maximum impact and efficiency.
• • Collaborate closely with a diverse group of stakeholders, including clinical experts, business leaders, actuaries, and operations teams, to ensure seamless integration and execution of pharmacy initiatives.
• • Proactively monitor the pharmaceutical sector for emerging trends, scientific advancements, and competitive developments, translating this intelligence into actionable clinical program strategies and innovative solutions.
• • Champion a forward-thinking vision for the role of pharmacists within patient care, advocating for the development of programs that clearly demonstrate the value and impact of pharmacist interventions in improving patient health and managing costs.
• • Continuously evaluate and refine existing clinical offerings, identifying opportunities for enhancement and ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry best practices and patient needs.
• • Support the integration of clinical research findings into practical pharmacy programs, working in tandem with Humana's internal research departments to translate evidence-based practices into tangible patient benefits.
• • Actively participate in relevant Humana enterprise committees, contributing expertise and insights to shape broader organizational strategies related to healthcare and pharmacy services.
• • Partner effectively with Care Management leadership to develop and promote integrated solutions that address the holistic health needs of members, ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive approach to care.
• • Demonstrate exceptional enterprise leadership, building a robust and capable team that consistently delivers on objectives and navigates the complexities of a large, matrixed organization.
• • Apply a deep understanding of pharmacy, managed care, and study design to conceptualize and develop patient-centered clinical programs focused on improving health outcomes through optimized medication use.
• • Achieve significant new and incremental pharmacy and medical cost trend savings by efficiently managing resources and implementing effective clinical strategies.
• • Lead the comprehensive process of clinical program design, rigorous vetting, and successful implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
• • Foster strong partnerships with clinical and business professionals, actuaries, and operations teams, working collaboratively in a dynamic team environment to achieve shared objectives.
• • Proactively track and analyze publicly available news and developments within the pharmaceutical sector to inform and direct the ideation of relevant and impactful clinical programs.
• • Cultivate a long-term strategic vision that elevates the role and impact of pharmacists in patient care, promoting the development of clinical programs that highlight the unique value of pharmacist interventions.
• • Invest consistently in both the creation of novel clinical programs and the ongoing optimization of existing offerings to ensure sustained relevance and effectiveness.
• • Facilitate the integration of clinical research findings into actionable pharmacy programs, collaborating with internal research departments to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and practical application.
• • Represent Humana's clinical pharmacy interests by participating in relevant enterprise committees, contributing valuable perspectives to shape strategic decisions.
• • Collaborate with Care Management leadership to champion and implement integrated solutions that enhance the overall patient care experience and improve health outcomes.
• • Drive strategic initiatives that align with Humana's commitment to putting health first, ensuring that all clinical pharmacy programs contribute to the company's mission and vision.
• • Develop and execute strategies to manage specialty and traditional medications effectively, influencing and guiding matrixed teams at all levels on best practices and opportunities.
• • Utilize strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and drive measurable clinical and financial outcomes.
• • Maintain a highly organized, detail-oriented approach to tactical execution, ensuring that all projects and initiatives are managed effectively and efficiently.
• • Build and nurture strong relationships across the organization, leveraging exceptional collaboration, influencing, and interpersonal skills to achieve desired results.
• • Communicate complex clinical and strategic information with impeccable clarity, both orally and in writing, demonstrating the polish and executive presence required to engage senior stakeholders and external partners.