Drug Diversion Analyst - Pharmacy

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department's Website:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree OR 3 years of experience in a healthcare field or 3 years of work experience in a clinical role (such as nursing or pharmacy) OR a data analyst role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing or related healthcare field

• 5 years of experience working in a healthcare setting; experience working with controlled substances

• ASHP and/or PTCB Controlled Substance Diversion Prevention certificate

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations, such as the Controlled Substances Act

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular audits of medication management processes to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.

• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented strategies and make adjustments as necessary.

• Assist with conducting thorough investigations into suspected diversion cases, including reviewing medication logs, patient records, and employee behavior.

• Collaborate with law enforcement and regulatory agencies during investigations as needed.

• Monitor and analyze medication order data and usage patterns to identify potential diversion activities.

• Use statistical methods and data visualization tools to track anomalies or irregularities.

• Assist in preparing comprehensive reports summarizing findings, trends, and recommendations for management and regulatory bodies.

• Provide training sessions for healthcare staff on recognizing signs of diversion and understanding compliance requirements.

• Develop educational materials to raise awareness about the risks associated with controlled substances.

• Work closely with pharmacy staff, nursing staff, compliance officers, and healthcare providers to foster a culture of compliance and ethical practice.

• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop strategies for preventing diversion.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.