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Location:

1685 Tech Ave, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 0A7

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work.  We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Nature and Scope

The Supervisor, Patient Care Specialty is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations for the PCS team. The scope of these tasks can include, but will not be limited to: overseeing the program case load, escalations where needed, coaching and mentoring of any direct reports with regards to customer service, reimbursement, training/services coordination, etc., and managing the required scope of service for a variety of programs. Attention to and the ability to coach to customer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) identified for the program is fundamental to this role.

What you will do

Monitor the “queue”, assign patients to team members, move resources as required, and action activities to ensure completion and successfully resolve any backlogResponsible for overseeing processes and work flows to ensure patient, scheduling and clinic location, and coordination of prescription to SDM stores are aligned with business objectives, client, and patient satisfactionWork with the team to ensure all the Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and KPIs for the client and department are achievedEnsure appropriate level of staffing to cover required shift schedulesAssist with the implementation of new programs requiring PCS supportSupport the day-to-day needs of the PCS through collaboration with management teams, Field Case Managers/Case Managers, and other departments as necessaryLiaise with the Field Case Management/Case Management teams to escalate patient concerns and clinical issues to promote the patient and physician experience and drive positive patient outcomesManage the PCS team on a daily basis by leading team meetings, managing performance, and completing the annual APDR process where requiredIdentify training needs of the PCS team and provide or seek training as required for the team on a regular basisSupport the PCS to be a patient advocate, exploring all options for funding of medications, determine coverage details, advise on initiating appeals, and managing reimbursement escalations to facilitate a successful outcome of the reimbursement processMaintain knowledge of all company policies and procedures with high emphasis placed on ethical conduct and strict confidentiality of client informationUnderstand the molecule(s) in full detail in order to support the PCS teamResponsible to report and identify adverse events and product complaintsAbility to work and train in the various IT platforms of SHN which include but are not limited to: Siebel, Chronos, SDM Google Calendar, and SHN ReportingReport all Adverse Events (AE) and Product Technical Complaints (PTC) immediately or as soon as possible upon becoming aware of the event as per current policies and procedures.

What you will need

University degreeProven experience in a leadership/supervisory role, preferably in a Customer Service, Call Centre, or pharmaceutical industry setting3-5 years’ experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry, preferably working directly with patients and with other health professionals (i.e. physicians, nurses, pharmacists)3-5 years’ experience in a Customer Service or Call Centre settingGood understanding of Specialty Pharmacy business, structure of programs, delivery of program services, customer base and client-centered approachMust work well under pressure, with changing deadlines from external forces, changing priorities and projects with multiple individuals within the organization Incumbent must have superior relationship building skills as they deal with individuals at all levels of the organizationBilingualism (French & English) required

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?

Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand.   Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture.  We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. 

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today. 

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Regular

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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