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Arkansas Pharmacists Association
Sr. Director of Clinical & Professional Affairs
The Sr. Director of Clinical & Professional Affairs (SDC&PA) is responsible for overseeing
pharmacy affairs and clinical affairs areas of the Arkansas Pharmacists Association.
Additionally, the SDC&PA may oversee other departments within APA at the discretion of the
CEO. The SDC&PA must also be fluent in all areas of pharmacy practice and government
affairs issues that may affect the profession of pharmacy. The SDC&PA must build and maintain
strong member relationships and serves as a member resource to assist members in addressing
any pharmacy practice issue and third party issue that may arise. The SDC&PA must also
maintain relationships with decision makers within other healthcare organizations, regulatory
bodies and elected officials.
APA Mission: The mission of the Arkansas Pharmacists Association (APA) is to advance a
professional and business environment for our members to be successful and fulfilled in serving
patients.
APA Vision: It is the vision of the APA to be the voice of pharmacists as health care providers
in Arkansas.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
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BS in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy strongly preferred; post graduate residency a
plus; other highly relevant experience will also be considered;
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Experience working within a pharmacy or pharmacy-related organization with relevant
experiences is a key asset;
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Goal-oriented; Strong strategic thinker
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Self-starter who is able to take direction and work towards an identified goal;
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Collaborative personality who wants to be a part of a team required;
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Strong knowledge of pharmacy/healthcare industry is required;
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Excellent organizational and project management skills;
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Excellent oral & written communications skills;
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Highly motivated and creative;
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Moderate amount of in-state travel is required;
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel) required;
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Strong social media knowledge (Facebook, Twitter, etc…) required;
Primary Duties
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Assist in the strategic planning of the APA;
Provide strategic pharmacy practice, clinical affairs and government affairs advice to the
CEO;
Oversee the pharmacy practice, clinical affairs, and continuing education areas within APA;
Provide oversight of other APA departments as assigned by the CEO;
Coordinate and develop all continuing pharmacy education programs for the APA, including
all CE program for the APA Annual Convention;
Look for funding opportunities that provide benefit to the APA membership and oversee the
administration of those funds;
Oversee the APA’s Pharmacist Immunization Program;
Represent the APA at stakeholder meetings;
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders within the profession, other healthcare
associations, regulatory and elected officials;
Serve as liaison to Arkansas schools of pharmacy;
Assist members with solving pharmacy practice, clinical practice, third party and other issues
within their practice;
Monitor state and federal legislation that may impact pharmacy;
Monitor regulatory changes that may impact pharmacy;
Provide content and editorial support for ARRx – The Arkansas Pharmacist, Executive
Update, InteRxActions, the APA Facebook page and www.arrx.org;
Serve as staff liaison to the APA Professional Affairs Committee;
Serve as a public figure to the membership and the media on behalf of the APA;
Other duties as directed by the CEO
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and provide a list of 3 references.
Applications should be received be January 22, 2016.
Posted APA Office hours are 8:30 – 4:30 Monday through Friday. Occasionally, there will be
nights and/or weekends (such as during convention, board meetings, legislative receptions, etc.)
when you will be required to work after hours.
The Arkansas Pharmacists Association was founded in 1882 and serves the pharmacists of the
state of Arkansas. The APA offers a competitive compensations package with excellent benefits.
Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, references, and salary requirements.
Applications may be sent by mail or email to:
Arkansas Pharmacists Association
c/o Scott Pace
417 S. Victory St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
scott@arrx.org
501-372-5250