Director, Specialty Pharmacy Program Implementation
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Job Location:
Saint Louis County, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
What we are looking for
Optime Care is seeking a Director Program Implementation and Strategy to implement new client projects and programs this key role they will plan and oversee assigned Specialty Pharmacy programs and projects from initial planning to post-implementation support for new program Directors. The focus of this role is to lead cross-functional teams of internal and external stakeholders and resources develop and maintain relationships with all stakeholders all with the focus to maximize patient care and client and company goals.
This role requires interaction with various internal and external stakeholders most often managing several moving project parts simultaneously. They must be able to work within the confines of specific project processes timelines and goals designating project resources and monitoring progress while ensuring stakeholders are informed and accountable.
This position is expected to be on-site at our facility when they are not traveling to other Optime Care AscellaHealth or client locations.
What the position will be doing
Necessary Skills Education & Abilities
About us
Optime Care is a Specialty Pharmacy dedicated to providing services to smaller patient communities. We focus on securing insurance coverage coordinating care and complying with therapy regimens are only a few examples. Our mission is to minimize the daily impact of living with unique disorders. After just one call our experts begin to address everything from medication delivery and insurance reimbursement to compliance and education. Every patient receives a proactive service experience tailored to their specific needs.
Optime Care is seeking a Director Program Implementation and Strategy to implement new client projects and programs this key role they will plan and oversee assigned Specialty Pharmacy programs and projects from initial planning to post-implementation support for new program Directors. The focus of this role is to lead cross-functional teams of internal and external stakeholders and resources develop and maintain relationships with all stakeholders all with the focus to maximize patient care and client and company goals.
This role requires interaction with various internal and external stakeholders most often managing several moving project parts simultaneously. They must be able to work within the confines of specific project processes timelines and goals designating project resources and monitoring progress while ensuring stakeholders are informed and accountable.
This position is expected to be on-site at our facility when they are not traveling to other Optime Care AscellaHealth or client locations.
What the position will be doing
- Determine define and document the program scope. This includes the objectives and definitions of implementation success and ongoing management.
- Identify all resources including IT reporting KPIs etc. needed to reach program implementation objectives.
- Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan that can be completed efficiently and on time.
- Provide implementation updates consistently to various stakeholders regarding strategy adjustments and progress.
- Proactively provide best-in-class service and implementation solutions by developing an in-depth knowledge of client needs.
- Develop and implement a program evaluation framework to assess the programs strengths and identify areas for improvement.
- Lead project planning sessions with leadership existing/prospective clients and other stakeholders as defined by the project.
- Manage contacts with stakeholders by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables
- Schedule any internal and external meetings
- Managing project progress and adapting work as required
- Ensure projects meet deadlines and document any adjusted timelines as necessary throughout the project.
- Cultivate relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Oversee all incoming and outgoing project documentation to ensure continuity and communication.
- Conduct regular project reviews and create detailed reports for leadership
- Continuously optimize and improve program processes.
- Work with the Training Specialist to provide the Care teams with any necessary training.
- Assist Care Team Directors of new programs during and after launch to ensure proper implementation.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or necessary; remain flexible and adaptable in work schedules and assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
Necessary Skills Education & Abilities
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree is required for this role.
- Experience designing and implementing programs in the Specialty Pharmacy Specialty Distribution and/or Patient Services industries is necessary.
- Ability to understand and explain the business processes of Specialty Pharmacy Specialty Distribution and Patient Services.
- Project management and/or related experience will be necessary.
- Strong familiarity with project management software tools methodologies and best practices. Specific experience with Microsoft Project is a plus.
- Experience managing projects through their whole life cycle and the proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope budget and timeline
- Able to thrive and lead in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities flexible and adaptive to changing processes and procedures.
- A creative problem solver with an innovative mindset to create mutually beneficial solutions.
- Relentless attention to detail
- Exceptional oral and written skills outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with vendors partners clients and senior management.
- Possess a collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally with other divisions of AscellaHealth and shared business operations.
- Ability to think and act independently formulate and support new ideas and champion new initiatives within and beyond the scope of ones responsibilities.
- Ability to ensure tasks are appropriately delegated and completed to standards by monitoring performance and holding staff accountable.
- Ability to successfully organize resources personnel and actions to complete programs and tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite specifically Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook.
About us
Optime Care is a Specialty Pharmacy dedicated to providing services to smaller patient communities. We focus on securing insurance coverage coordinating care and complying with therapy regimens are only a few examples. Our mission is to minimize the daily impact of living with unique disorders. After just one call our experts begin to address everything from medication delivery and insurance reimbursement to compliance and education. Every patient receives a proactive service experience tailored to their specific needs.
Optime Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Program Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Optime Care creates partnerships for personalized care with a specific focus on disorders affecting smaller patient communities.
