Pharmacy Specialist - Midwest

Responsibilities:

• Acts as the primary resource for initial education and training of customers on HDS (Hazardous Drug Solutions) portfolio in both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy settings.
• Provides follow-up support at the pharmacy level to support retention of existing business.
• Visits key customer accounts, focusing on retention and identifying new growth opportunities.
• Provides subject matter expertise and plays an active role through the sales process.
• Contributes to the development of tools to enhance the clinical acumen of the sales team.
• Reports activities and updates in Salesforce.com.
• Participates in trade shows to promote the MDS (Medication Management Solutions) portfolio
• Manages responsibilities within the allocated T&E expense budget
• Adheres to all corporate and external policies, including PharmaCode and AvaMed
• Compensation will include a bonus structure based on individual and business performance

Process:

• Optimally provides education on the HDS portfolio while demonstrating effective techniques for sterile compounding with hazardous drugs.
• Works in concert with the Sales team to ensure the conversion management process is optimized throughout the sales cycle.
• Supports the regional team in conversion management strategy sessions.
• Shares best practices and experiences with the Platform, RBMs, and DNAs to continue to enhance programs and processes.
• Supports training activities that help increase the clinical acumen in the Pharmacy for new hires as well as experienced sales consultants.
• Thoroughly understands and can demonstrate effective use of approved clinical studies.
• Ensures completion of vital documentation for customer complaints as needed.
• Travels as necessary based on account assignments with a focus on designated areas of the country.
• Maintain open and effective communication with all internal and external customers.

Qualifications:

• CPhT Certification required.
• BS degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience preparing hazardous drugs in a specialty pharmacy, hospital pharmacy or compounding pharmacy.
• Leadership or management experience preferred
• Demonstrates solid understanding of USP 797, USP 800, and current safe handling guidelines.
• Understands knowledge of the use of hazardous drugs across the health care setting, with 3-5 years of experience in educating others.
• Possesses basic digital literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Point and Outlook
• Follows company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to travel up to 90% to service the regional, area, and national needs.

Proficiencies:

• Collaborates effectively within teams
• Engages well with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities
• Capably presents information using adult learning principles
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibits strong organizational skills and understands the importance of thorough documentation