JAMES HARMON
Senior Vice President Of Pharmacy Operations
Bethalto,II
Summary
Drive efficient, service-oriented operations to support organizational growth and development.
Collaborative and forward-thinking with excellent policy implementation, strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient in engaging stakeholders to build consensus and promote needed change.
Skilled at improving processes, maximizing team productivity and reducing costs to achieve sustainable pharmacy operations.
Familiar with employee motivation and retention strategies, resident relations and accreditation requirements.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Senior Vice President
CPS Solutions, LLC
Dublin, Ohio
06.2017 - Current
- Team Leader for +100 employees across 5 Mid-Western states at 17 facilities managing $15 million in Drug Purchases. Facility services include inpatient services, outpatient infusion, Medicare Part D, long term care, retail, and 340B.
- Emphasized regulatory accreditation preparedness with no regulatory flags covering Joint Commission, HFAP, Boards of Pharmacy surveys in addition to successful HRSA audits
- 100% Customer retention
- Drove corporate revenue by creating strategies that fit perfectly with company's vision and mission.
- Maintained consistent growth in revenue, contribution margin, operating profit and EBITDA.
- Cross-functional team management
- 2% employee turnover with successful recruiting, hiring, and employee development
- Set clear goals for area managers and implemented systems for measuring results in support of optimal decision making
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Corporate Director of Pharmacy
CPS Solutions, LLC
Dublin, Ohio
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Set clear goals for area managers and implemented systems for measuring results in support of optimal decision making
- Successfully reviewed, analyzed contracts in the outpatient infusion setting to maximize revenue (+20%)
- Analyzed and corrected 340B program leading to 30% increased savings
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management
- Empowered staff members to contribute to continuous improvement, quality and growth of company
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development
- Oversaw hiring, adding valuable, talented professionals to strengthen management team.
- Led operational team in development, rollout and management of new product lines.
Pharmacy Director
Soliant Health, Inc
Jacksonville, Fl
09.2009 - 07.2013
- Executed advanced inpatient pharmacy care services and practice standards
- Directed pharmacy staff and medication management workflows to support efficient and cost-effective use of medications
- Reviewed medication errors and adverse drug events to implement quality improvement measures and boost organizational performance
- Managed operational systems for correct prescribing, distribution, administration and monitoring outcomes of drug therapy process
- Improved drug inventory management procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock
- Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures
- Communicated with member physicians to prevent harmful drug reactions, therapy duplications and allergic reactions
- Reviewed and monitored patient medication files and lab data in hospital setting.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Pharmacy Director
Kindred Hospital, St. Anthony's
St. Louis, Mo
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Implement inventory management procedures to significantly increase medication safety.
- Addressed inpatient pharmacy care services and practice standards with a daily rounding program
- Reviewed medication errors and adverse drug events to implement quality improvement measures and boost organizational performance
- Improved drug inventory management procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock
- Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
II
St. Francis Hospital
Litchfield
10.2003 - 10.2008
- Directed pharmacy staff and medication management workflows to support efficient and cost-effective use of medications
- Executed advanced inpatient pharmacy care services and practice standards
- Reviewed medication errors and adverse drug events to implement quality improvement measures and boost organizational performance
- Conducted post-implementation assessment of pharmacy automation enhancements and programs to achieve desired results
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of all drug packaging and labeling
- Dispensed drugs in hospital environments
- Reviewed and monitored patient medication files and lab data in hospital setting
- Improved drug inventory management (25%) with procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock
- Instituted improved security of drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement
- Maintained compliance with state and federal drug laws.
Owner
JESNA Consulting Corporation
Bethalto, Il
10.2000 - 10.2003
- Led startup and opening of consulting business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures
- Secured long-term accounts, managing sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations
- Identified client business and operational needs and introduced services to provide solutions.
Director of Pharmacy
St. Mary's Hospital
St. Louis, II
10.1990 - 07.2000
- Executed advanced inpatient pharmacy care services and practice standards
- Reviewed medication errors and adverse drug events to implement quality improvement measures and boost organizational performance
- Conducted post-implementation assessment of pharmacy automation enhancements and programs to achieve desired results
- Directed pharmacy staff and medication management workflows to support efficient and cost-effective use of medications
- Participated in next-generation education of pharmacists with pharmacy internship training programs
- Reviewed and monitored patient medication files and lab data in hospital setting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
St Louis College of Pharmacy
St Louis, Mo 09.1982 - 05.1985
MBA - Business Administration
Fontbonne University
St Louis, Mo 09.1997 - 05.1999
Skills
Relationship building and retention
undefinedCertification
American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP) CERTIFICATIONS. MTM
Timeline
Senior Vice President
CPS Solutions, LLC
06.2017 - Current
Corporate Director of Pharmacy
CPS Solutions, LLC
09.2013 - 06.2017
Pharmacy Director
Soliant Health, Inc
09.2009 - 07.2013
Pharmacy Director
Kindred Hospital, St. Anthony's
09.2008 - 09.2009
II
St. Francis Hospital
10.2003 - 10.2008
Owner
JESNA Consulting Corporation
10.2000 - 10.2003
MBA - Business Administration
Fontbonne University
09.1997 - 05.1999
Director of Pharmacy
St. Mary's Hospital
10.1990 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
St Louis College of Pharmacy
09.1982 - 05.1985
American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP) CERTIFICATIONS. MTM
Medication Therapy Management, National Certificate Training Program
January 2017
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