Program Director, Advanced Therapeutics

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Advanced Therapeutics Program Director is responsible for the onboarding and utilization of gene therapies, cellular therapies, therapeutic vaccines, and other complex therapies. The Program Director is responsible for for the clinical, operational, and financial considerations surroundings use of advanced therapy products. This individual collaborates with medicine, nursing, research, finance, payor relations, and revenue cycle to optimize the acquisition strategies that ensure the highest quality patient care.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Clinical: Evaluates approved therapies and monitors the incoming pipeline of therapies in coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Operations: Assess the feasibility of the pharmaceutical company's requirements compared to the operational capability of the treatment site.
• Finance: Collaborate with the Director of Pharmacy and Compliance Business and CMH Finance on procurement procedures for new medications.
• Leadership: Manage multiple projects and initiatives, demonstrating strong organization and communication skills.
• Regulatory/Quality: Collaborate within and outside of the pharmacy department to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, procedures, and practice standards.

• Bachelor's Degree Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy and 5-7 years experience or equivalent - 1 yr residency and 3 years working experience OR 2 yr residency (with one year management emphasis) and 2 years working may substitute for 5 years experience; Experience as a pharmacist in a hospital environment with responsibility for coordinating pharmacy services would be most helpful for this position; Evidenced ability in organizational and practice leadership.
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Licensed Pharmacist - MO
• Employees must obtain Licensed Pharmacist - MO or equivalent within 90 days
• PHARM LIC MO Licensed Pharmacist - MO Required 90 Days
• PHARM LIC KS Licensed Pharmacist - KS (if primary location is KS) Required 90 Days
• Specialty Certification Preferred Upon Hire

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children's Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.