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UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

University of California Health (UCH) comprises six academic health centers, 20 health professional schools, a Global Health Institute and systemwide services that improve the health of patients and the University's students, faculty and employees. All of UC's hospitals are ranked among the best in California and its medical schools and health

professional schools are nationally ranked in their respective areas.

The Leveraging Scale for Value (LSfV) team is responsible for providing oversight of complex processes while executing targeted initiatives with the overarching goal of providing value through "systemness" across all of UCH.

Within various initiatives, the goals are increasing revenue, sharing best practices across the system, and achieving significant cost savings.

Key areas of focus include:

Information Technology

Revenue Cycle

Supply Chain

Laboratory Services

Pharmacy

Capital Equipment

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) Operations Manager will manage the day to day operations of the UC Health PBM. They will be part of the UC Health LSfV team and have responsibilities to support initiatives leading to cost reduction, revenue improvement and overall sharing of best practices.

The PBM Operations Manager will be responsible for direct and indirect oversight of team(s) of experts who oversee the development, implementation and on-going operational management for the UC Health PBM programs. Core aspects of this effort include: (i) daily operations support for system-wide PBM operational initiatives; (ii) management oversight and evaluation support for Value Analysis teams - this will include teams focused on making changes to clinical practice; (iii) development, implementation and on-going support of a best in class PBM function for clients including the application of transformative initiatives; (iv) contract and compliance oversight.

This position will exercise a high level of judgement in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluations criteria for obtaining results. The position requires the utmost integrity, honesty, flexibility, and ability to work well with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership across Health Systems.

Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• At least seven years of PBM operations experience running PBM operations from several different perspectives.
• Expert ability to advise senior management on matters concerning several functional areas, departments and / or customers to develop and implement long-term strategic decisions that impact the division and organization as a whole. Capable to plan, design and implement programs of systemwide impact.
• Advanced knowledge of the functional area, projects, programs, research and issues in support of the function, program and / or organizational unit or initiative.
• Excellent consulting, relationship building and strategic thinking skills. Ability to multi-task, use discretion and maintain all confidentiality. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Sophisticated leadership abilities to establish department goals, and motivate and influence others to achieve.
• Thorough knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll.
• Excellent ability to establish mission and goals at the macro-level; to lead subordinate management to develop goals in alignment with mission.
• Experience working in an environment with changing priorities and demands, diverse and differing goals and objectives, and highly passionate individuals in order to establish and execute system wide efforts.
• Proven customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate work with other, both internally and externally, to accomplish tasks.
• Excellent communication and team building skills; experience with communications at all organization levels from strategic leadership to support functions; ability to present complex in a manner that is accessible to a variety of audiences.
• A high level of emotional intelligence; must have the capacity to be aware of, control, and appropriately express emotions, and handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.
• Ability to accomplish results and effectively integrate functions across units and amid competing priorities in a complex multi-mission organization; must consistently demonstrate and encourage a commitment to quality, customer-centeredness, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Advanced ability to coach, facilitate and influence people at all levels; advanced ability to build and maintain relationships with a broad range of staff, members of the UC Community, and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Health system Pharmacy and PBM background.
• Advanced degree in related area.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: Recommended salary range is $140,000 - $160,000 commensurate with experience.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is October 27, 2021. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

August 2021 Update: The University of California has issued a policy requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 before physically accessing the University location or programs. Upon hire into a UCOP position, you will be provided detailed instructions on how to comply with this policy including access to the COVID vaccination at no cost. New hires to UCOP who work onsite or will come onsite for any activities at a UCOP or other UC location must comply with this policy within 8 weeks after their start date. The policy allows for employees to request approval for an exception or deferral. UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. EEO/AA Employer UC Nondiscrimination Policy

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