Career Path: Director of 340B Program Integrity – Council on Pharmacy Standards
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Director of 340B Program Integrity

Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight for the 340B Drug Pricing Program, maximizing its financial benefits while ensuring impeccable compliance.

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The Steward of a Mission-Critical Program

The Director of 340B Program Integrity is a high-level strategic leader responsible for the overall health and performance of an organization’s 340B program. This executive role goes beyond daily operations, focusing on governance, financial optimization, risk mitigation, and strategic planning. They are the ultimate authority and point of accountability for all aspects of the program, ensuring it can withstand the scrutiny of a HRSA audit and consistently contributes to the organization’s mission.

As the Director, you are responsible for building and leading a dedicated 340B team, establishing a robust internal audit framework, and managing relationships with software vendors and third-party administrators. You will report directly to executive leadership, translating complex compliance data into clear financial and strategic insights. Your leadership is paramount in safeguarding the organization’s participation in this vital program, preserving millions of dollars in savings used to fund essential patient care services.

Core Responsibilities

  • Strategic Program Oversight

    Developing the long-term strategy for 340B program growth, optimization, and compliance across the entire health system.

  • Financial Management & Reporting

    Overseeing all financial aspects of the program, including savings analysis, budget impact reporting, and presenting financial performance to leadership.

  • Policy, Advocacy & Audit Readiness

    Serving as the internal expert on 340B legislation, maintaining a constant state of audit readiness, and representing the organization in advocacy efforts.

  • Stakeholder & Vendor Management

    Leading a team of 340B specialists and managing relationships with software vendors, contract pharmacies, and legal counsel.

Your Certification Pathway to 340B Executive Leadership

Executive oversight of the 340B program demands unimpeachable, certified expertise in its complex financial and compliance requirements. These certifications are the mark of a true 340B leader.

CCP-340B

Certified Compliance Pharmacist – 340B Focus

The essential, gold-standard certification demonstrating deep and comprehensive mastery of all aspects of the 340B program.

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CPCO

Certified Pharmacy Compliance Officer

Validates your ability to build and manage a robust, effective compliance program, a core function of the Director role.

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CPAS

Certified Pharmacy Audit Specialist

Demonstrates your expertise in designing and overseeing the comprehensive internal and external audit programs you are accountable for.

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A Day in the Life

Your day is centered on high-level strategy, financial analysis, and executive communication.

Morning: Quarterly Business Review with Vendor

You lead a video conference with your 340B software vendor to review performance metrics, discuss upcoming software updates, and hold them accountable for their service level agreement, ensuring the technology fully supports your program’s goals.

Mid-Day: HRSA Audit Preparation Meeting

You meet with your internal compliance team and outside counsel to conduct a mock audit, stress-testing your policies, procedures, and data integrity in preparation for a potential government audit. You identify areas for proactive improvement.

Afternoon: Executive Leadership Presentation

You present the 340B Program’s quarterly performance report to the hospital’s C-suite. You articulate the program’s total financial value, demonstrate a strong compliance posture, and propose a strategic expansion into a new specialty clinic to capture additional savings.

Ready to Command a Vital Healthcare Program?

This executive career path is for the strategic, financially-astute, and compliance-focused leader dedicated to protecting and optimizing the 340B program to support patient care.

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