Pharmacy Systems Analyst

• A pharmacy systems analyst has the responsibility of overseeing the drug master file within the hospital pharmacy. This involves entering data, comparing information and data, and reporting discrepancies or possible errors to the appropriate agency or regulatory body.
• The position of a pharmacy systems analyst also includes maintaining the computer system and ensuring that all reporting and data collection methods follow appropriate guidelines and regulations.
• The pharmacy systems analyst will also provide in-service, support and information on the new software programs that are implemented to track and monitor the use of prescription drugs through the hospital. The pharmacy systems analyst must have an ability to work with others, be effective in public speaking and working with other staff, as well as good documentation, communication and organizational skills.
• Most pharmacy systems analyst work with no supervision and are required to initiate problem solving or troubleshooting solutions if any glitches or problems are found within the system. A strong background in software, computer systems and data analysis is a definite asset to a pharmacy systems analyst.
• Pharmacy systems analysts usually work within the pharmacy office or with the pharmacists. They report to the systems analyst and the Manager of Pharmacy Informatics in larger hospitals, but may report to any senior management position in a smaller hospital. Most pharmacy systems analysts work a standard day shift with no weekend or overtime hours.

Career Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science or Arts in a related field is required as well as experience in working with pharmacy technology systems. Most positions require excellent knowledge of database programs such as MS Access, desktop publishing, Excel or other database programs, as well as word processing. Some positions will require experience in the field, usually three to five years.
• The pharmacy systems analyst will be required to prepare reports and documents and keep monitoring records current and accurate.