Pharmacy Podcast Network Breaking Down Silos with Pharmacy Intelligence | The Future of Pharmacy Podcast
Jun 17, 2022
In this discussion, Andrea Jarznecki, Director of Pharmacy at Archibald Medical Center, sheds light on the pressing challenges in pharmacy operations. With a wealth of experience in clinical pharmacy, she shares insights on how health systems can break down data silos using advanced analytical tools. The dialogue highlights the importance of inventory management, strategic partnerships with companies like OmniCell, and the transformative role of automation in enhancing patient care. Get ready to rethink pharmacy efficiency in a post-pandemic landscape!
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Unconventional Career Built Clinical And Ops Skill
- Andrea describes her unconventional career path through pharmacy school, residency, and contracting roles before becoming Director at Archibald Medical Center.
- She credits those varied experiences with sharpening both clinical skills and operational, metrics-driven thinking.
Refresh Hardware Forces Strategic Inventory Thinking
- Andrea explains that replacing dated hardware sparked strategic questions about inventory and prompted system-wide improvements.
- She used analytics to prioritize work that delivered both quality and cost ROI for the health system.
Use Analytics To Catch Costly Inventory Anomalies
- Use analytics to surface anomalies so teams catch costly issues like unused oncology meds before they become lost or wasted.
- Proactively act on those flagged items to reduce pharmacy waste and protect expensive therapies.