The 340B Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the daily operations, compliance, optimization, and inventory management of the hospital’s 340B Drug Pricing Program. This position oversees medication procurement, inventory control, internal auditing, and split-billing operations and assists with contract pharmacy management, regulatory compliance, reporting, and financial optimization of the 340B Program under the oversight of the Director of Pharmacy Services.
The Coordinator serves as the department subject matter expert for 340B operations and collaborates with pharmacy leadership, finance, information technology, purchasing, contract pharmacies, and external vendors to ensure program integrity while identifying opportunities for operational and financial improvement. Daily pharmacy inventory management duties are performed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
340B Program Coordination
Coordinates day-to-day operations of the 340B Program
Maintains compliance with all HRSA regulations and manufacturer requirements
Serves as departmental subject matter expert regarding 340B regulations and operational processes
Evaluates 340B regulatory and operational requirements and recommends revisions to policies, procedures and program practices to maintain compliance
Coordinates preparation for internal and external audits
Evaluates audit findings and recommends appropriate corrective actions and coordinates implementation of approved corrective action plans
Participates in ongoing education related to the 340B Program
Inventory Management & Procurement
Oversees medication procurement processes
Coordinates inventory management for eligible 340B medications
Monitors wholesaler purchasing and pricing
Reviews invoices, receiving documentation, and purchasing discrepancies.
Identifies purchasing efficiencies and cost savings opportunities
Compliance & Internal Auditing
Performs routine self-audits of the 340B Program
Performs contract pharmacy audits
Reviews split-billing transactions for compliance
Evaluates dispensing and purchasing patterns
Investigates discrepancies and recommends corrective actions
Maintains documentation supporting program compliance
Analyzes audit findings and develops recommended responses
Program Optimization & Financial Stewardship
Identifies opportunities to maximize program savings while maintaining compliance
Evaluates purchasing and dispensing trends
Develops recommendations to improve program performance
Collaborates with pharmacy leadership to implement process improvements
Maintains knowledge of changes in 340B regulations and industry best practices
Work/Education Requirements:
340B ACE (Apexus Certified Expert) within 6 months of hire
Active Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certificate
Experience with 340B Program operations preferred
Working knowledge of HRSA 340B regulations and compliance principles preferred
General knowledge of institutional healthcare policies/procedures
Demonstration of general competency with computerized systems