Jennifer Cruz

Jennifer Cruz has a strong background in the healthcare industry with extensive work experience in clinical operations and pharmacy management. Jennifer currently holds the position of Vice President of Clinical Operations at Lumeris, where they have been working since 2015. Prior to this, Jennifer served as the Senior Director of Pharmacy at Lumeris from 2021 to 2023 and as the Director of Pharmacy from 2015 to 2021.

Before joining Lumeris, Jennifer worked as the Director of Pharmacy at Essence Healthcare from 2015 to 2021. Prior to that, they held the position of Director of Utilization Management at Express Scripts from 2013 to 2015, where they were responsible for overseeing the Utilization Management pharmacists and Prior Authorization representatives. Jennifer successfully implemented strategies to improve efficiency and productivity during their time at Express Scripts.

Earlier in their career, Jennifer worked as a Pharmacy Manager at Accredo Healthcare, where they managed the day-to-day operations of the Chicago branch. Jennifer ensured compliance with state and federal laws, developed company policies and procedures, and coordinated clinical conferences with prescribers and clients. Jennifer also held the role of Clinical Pharmacist at Advocate Health Care from 2000 to 2008, where they monitored patient therapies and contributed to the development of protocols.

Jennifer'sexperience also includes working as a Clinical Pharmacist at Coram Healthcare from 1998 to 2000, where they specialized in pediatric oncology and developed programs to facilitate the transition of patients from hospital to home care.

Overall, Jennifer Cruz has a diverse range of experience and expertise in pharmacy management and clinical operations, making their a valuable asset in the healthcare industry.

Jennifer Cruz earned a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree at Purdue University from 1992 to 1998.