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Associate Vice President, Pharmacy Profiles & ADVANCE 
Washington, D.C. 

 The American Pharmacists Association is the largest association of pharmacists in the United States and is the only organization advancing the entire pharmacy profession.  Our expert staff, and strong volunteer leadership, including many experienced pharmacists, allow us to deliver vital leadership to help pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians find success and satisfaction in their work while advocating for changes that benefit them and their patients. From our headquarters in Washington, D.C., APhA prepares members to thrive at every career stage and in every pharmacy setting with world-class continuing education, transformative events, unique practice tools, and timely solutions to complex challenges. We’re committed to helping them deliver outstanding patient care, receive due recognition, and work at a full scope of practice. Pharmacists play a critical role in helping patients overcome illness and live healthier lives through chronic disease management and the fully effective use of their medicines. APhA advocates at the national level to give pharmacists a voice in decisions that affect their future while promoting their undeniable value to health care teams. Our goal is to facilitate pharmacists’ delivery of the highest quality patient-centered care. 

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT 
Collaboration- We strive to produce meaningful products and services in the spirit of trust and partnership throughout the organization. To achieve success, we are flexible, adaptable, open-minded, cooperative, and inclusive. 

Accountability- We strive to meet the highest standards of ethical behavior. Equity, integrity, transparency, and personal responsibility drive everything we do. We are good stewards of organizational and human resources, and we are champions for our members and colleagues. 

Respect- We are committed to seeking to understand others’ perspectives and appreciating our differences; treating others with consideration, thoughtfulness, and empathy; recognizing, acknowledging, and supporting each other; being fair to and supportive of our colleagues; attentively listening, and communicating tactfully and sensitively. 

Excellence- We strive to deliver high-quality, innovative, and best-in-class products and services that offer high value to members and stakeholders.  We embrace a culture of continuous learning and improvement. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 
As the Associate Vice President, Profiles & ADVANCE you will : 

• Maintain knowledge of provider credentialing, payment for pharmacist services, and pharmacist professional development to support product and business development strategy.
• Direct market research and marketing for pharmacists, student pharmacists, pharmacist employers, schools of pharmacy, healthcare payers, and others.
• Strategically assess market opportunities and establish business development priorities.
• Oversee, engage in, and track business development activities and progress.
• Manage negotiations and administer the contracting process for Pharmacy Profiles and ADVANCE.
• Serve as Managing Director for Pharmacy Profiles LLC.
• Oversee and provide customer onboarding and end-user support.
• Develop training for product users and subscribers as needed.
• Establish product roadmaps, manage technology development, and oversee data integration.
• Secure and maintain data sources, activity database, and state requirements essential to the functionality of Pharmacy Profiles.
• Manage budgeting and finances of Pharmacy Profiles LLC, including P&L responsibilities. 
• Align Pharmacy Profiles strategy with APhA strategic plan, business lines, and operations where appropriate.
• Ensure strategic alignment between Pharmacy Profiles and ADVANCE®

MORE ABOUT US 
APhA offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits program that includes: 

• A salary of $145,000-$160,000
• Three Medical Plans (HSA & POS Plan Options Available) 
• Free Basic Dental Plan (Employee Coverage Only) 
• A Vision plan for as little as $15 per month (All coverage levels)  
• Free Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance 
• Contributions towards your HSA Account (HSA Health Plans Only)- $750/employee coverage and $1,500/family coverage 
• Traditional & Roth 401(K) plans with a 100% match (up to the first 5%) as of your first day of work and; 
• A host of other benefits (Paid-Time off, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Support, and much more! 

APhA does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR 
APhA may be the right fit for you have: 

• A college degree in pharmacy and/or business management (Additional internships, residencies, or degrees in pharmacy, business, or association management are desirable.
• Minimum 10 years experience in pharmacy, business operations, entrepreneurship, or technology development. 
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy practice, pharmacy industry, and provider credentialing. 
• Detailed understanding of continuous professional development and pharmacy continuing education. 
• Demonstrated ability to bridge strategic needs with tactical implementation. 
• Substantial experience in financial management, concurrent management of multiple workstreams, and management of cross-organizational staff workgroups and outside contract workers. 
• Ability to influence outcomes without direct authority, develop strategic partnerships, negotiate high-stakes contracts, and work with professionals across industries.
• Concise, compelling oral and written communications skills.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of major computer software programs.
• Knowledge of non-profit management preferred.