Children's Mercy KC
Program Director, Advanced Therapeutics
Children's Mercy KC, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
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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 located in Kansas City, a vibrant community rich in cultural experiences, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving businesses. Our hospital is an integral part of this community, engaging in programs and partnerships to improve children's lives beyond our hospital walls. Overview
The Advanced Therapeutics Program Director oversees the onboarding and utilization of gene therapies, cellular therapies, therapeutic vaccines, and other complex therapies. This role involves managing clinical, operational, and financial aspects related to advanced therapy products. The Program Director collaborates with teams across medicine, nursing, research, finance, payor relations, and revenue cycle to optimize strategies ensuring high-quality patient care. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve and uphold our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, teamwork, and integrity. Note: To ensure the safety of our patients and staff, all employees are required to receive the seasonal influenza vaccine. New hires must be willing to be vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), chicken pox (varicella), and tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) if they lack evidence of immunity or vaccination since 2005. Immunization records will be requested upon hiring. Medical or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources. Responsibilities
Clinical: Evaluate approved therapies and monitor incoming pipelines in coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Operations: Assess the feasibility of pharmaceutical requirements versus operational capabilities. Finance: Collaborate on procurement procedures for new medications with pharmacy and finance teams. Leadership: Manage multiple projects, demonstrating strong organization and communication skills. Regulatory/Quality: Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, procedures, and standards. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Pharm.D. or B.S.) with 5-7 years of experience, or equivalent experience, including residency and relevant hospital pharmacy experience. Master's Degree preferred. Licensed Pharmacist in Missouri (MO) or must obtain license within 90 days. Specialty Certification preferred upon hire. Benefits at Children's Mercy
Our benefits are among the reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. They are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Starting Pay
Remote Work/Work from Home
This is an intermittent remote position. The hired individual will coordinate with their manager to establish a schedule that includes both remote and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The candidate must reside in the Kansas City metro area. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
Children’s Mercy is committed to equal opportunity employment. We hire based on skills and experience without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. A drug screening is required upon hire. We are a smoke and tobacco-free organization.
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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 located in Kansas City, a vibrant community rich in cultural experiences, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving businesses. Our hospital is an integral part of this community, engaging in programs and partnerships to improve children's lives beyond our hospital walls. Overview
The Advanced Therapeutics Program Director oversees the onboarding and utilization of gene therapies, cellular therapies, therapeutic vaccines, and other complex therapies. This role involves managing clinical, operational, and financial aspects related to advanced therapy products. The Program Director collaborates with teams across medicine, nursing, research, finance, payor relations, and revenue cycle to optimize strategies ensuring high-quality patient care. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve and uphold our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, teamwork, and integrity. Note: To ensure the safety of our patients and staff, all employees are required to receive the seasonal influenza vaccine. New hires must be willing to be vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), chicken pox (varicella), and tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) if they lack evidence of immunity or vaccination since 2005. Immunization records will be requested upon hiring. Medical or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources. Responsibilities
Clinical: Evaluate approved therapies and monitor incoming pipelines in coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Operations: Assess the feasibility of pharmaceutical requirements versus operational capabilities. Finance: Collaborate on procurement procedures for new medications with pharmacy and finance teams. Leadership: Manage multiple projects, demonstrating strong organization and communication skills. Regulatory/Quality: Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, procedures, and standards. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Pharm.D. or B.S.) with 5-7 years of experience, or equivalent experience, including residency and relevant hospital pharmacy experience. Master's Degree preferred. Licensed Pharmacist in Missouri (MO) or must obtain license within 90 days. Specialty Certification preferred upon hire. Benefits at Children's Mercy
Our benefits are among the reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. They are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Starting Pay
Remote Work/Work from Home
This is an intermittent remote position. The hired individual will coordinate with their manager to establish a schedule that includes both remote and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The candidate must reside in the Kansas City metro area. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
Children’s Mercy is committed to equal opportunity employment. We hire based on skills and experience without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. A drug screening is required upon hire. We are a smoke and tobacco-free organization.
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