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The Market Vice President of Pharmacy Professional Practice will be responsible for pharmacy practice related compliance of CenterWell Pharmacy, encompassing Traditional, Specialty, and Community pharmacies throughout the United States. The Market Vice President makes certain the pharmacy and its operations comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as ensuring internal policies and procedures meet or exceed industry standards, , and are followed and communicated timely to all affected employees. The Market Vice President will work collaboratively with operational, legal, compliance, and engineering stakeholders to accomplish business initiatives while ensuring pharmacy practice compliance.

The Market Vice President will serve as a subject matter expert in pharmacy practice compliance with extensive knowledge in regulations of Boards of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, and other applicable healthcare and pharmacy regulatory agencies. The Market Vice President will report directly to the SVP of CenterWell Pharmacy/CenterWell Specialty Pharmacy and will lead a team consisting of Pharmacists-In-Charge, Directors, and Professionals to ensure pharmacy practice compliance.  This position can be located anywhere within the lower 48 states and does not require relocation, however travel to pharmacies, industry conferences, and internal meetings is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures pharmacy practice compliance with all federal, state, local, and Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Provides guidance and strategy on responses to regulatory agency inquiries (Boards of Pharmacy)
• Ensures all pharmacies are appropriately licensed and registered with Boards of Pharmacy, DEA, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Ensures all pharmacy associates are appropriately licensed and registered in their respective jurisdictions to perform required tasks of the pharmacy. Oversees pharmacy policy and ensures all policies and procedures are appropriate and reviewed regularly
• Oversees team that is responsible for Prescription Drug Monitoring Reporting and related compliance
• Oversees pharmacy accreditation (ACHC, NABP, URAC) ensuring that required accreditations are obtained and maintained. 
• Oversees team responsible for pharmacy associate professional development (ex. obtaining pharmacy technician licenses, providing continuing education, etc.)
• Oversees team responsible for pharmacy management system user access
• Establishes guidelines to comply with the policies and procedures, applicable statutes, and regulations and implement corrective action plans, when needed.
• Sets and ensures consistent application of additional internal standards to help a company stand out in the industry
• Verifies legality and compliance of pharmacy practice related items
• Responsible for oversight of training and education programs and conducts audits to monitor compliance
• Influences and collaborates with operational peers related to intradepartmental coordination, development and implementation of strategic plans, and business outcomes, weighing risk and compliance with business operations
• Develops and implements strategic plans for the scope of management that are aligned with the Segment or Business strategy
• Functions as a key leader on the Pharmacy Leadership team, with the ability to be a strategic thought-partner and to synthesize and communicate complex ideas
• Providing strategic leadership to a high-performing team of Pharmacy professionals; grow the team by recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining high-caliber talent

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
• Min 5 years' experience leading pharmacy practice/compliance for a large pharmacy
• Active pharmacist license for the state of employment
• Extensive experience in Pharmacy, particularly home delivery pharmacy or managed care environment
• 5 or more years of management/people leadership experience
• Deep knowledge of pharmacy practice regulatory compliance requirements (BOP, DEA, FDA, etc.)
• Working knowledge of privacy and HIPAA regulations and USP guidance
• Experience in providing guidance for clinical operational aspects of pharmacy
• Ability to manage clinical decision-making aspects within the pharmacy
• Ability to participate in federal prescription programs
• Working knowledge of Medicare Part B and Part D Coverage Determinations (chapters 6 and 18)
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

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Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree Additional Information

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

$223,800 - $313,100 per year

 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 02-28-2026

About us
 

About CenterWell Pharmacy: CenterWell Pharmacy provides convenient, safe, reliable pharmacy services and is committed to excellence and quality. Through our home delivery and over-the-counter fulfillment services, specialty, and retail pharmacy locations, we provide customers simple, integrated solutions every time. We care for patients with chronic and complex illnesses, as well as offer personalized clinical and educational services to improve health outcomes and drive superior medication adherence.

About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first – for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.

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