February 11, 2026

With a career rooted in pharmacy and health care operations, Jaz Wilder has not only experience, but a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to managing the 340B program. In the following Q&A, Jaz shares her professional journey, sheds light on what the 340B program is and why it matters, and explains how her work behind the scenes helps the Partnership expand access to medications, services and support for patients who need it most. 

Can you tell us a bit about your background and what led you to the Partnership as a 340B program manager? 

I started off as a pharmacy technician in high school and worked various jobs within the pharmaceutical field, including as a managed care advisor for Giant Eagle, where I learned about and ran the 340B program. After a company restructuring, I worked as an operations manager at a Federally Qualified Health Care Center where I helped develop, operationalize and grow the 340B program at the center. I then found the opportunity with the Partnership through my career network, and that's how I ended up here.

Can you tell us a little more about the 340B program and why it’s important?

The 340B program is a federal discount program that allows certain clinics and hospitals to purchase medications at lower prices. Think of it like a special coupon program from the government, but only for health care organizations that serve people who often struggle to afford care.

The savings generated do not go directly to the patients. Instead, the clinic uses the money to support patient care services. These services at the Partnership include lab tests, case management, outreach and medication payment assistance.

This program is essential to help patients get lifesaving medication that they couldn't afford and to improve health outcomes by reinvesting savings into patient support. The 340B program is critical in keeping clinics serving uninsured communities financially stable.

What is your role, and what does a typical day look like for you? 

My role is to make sure we use 340B savings responsibly, legally, and in ways that directly support patient care. My day typically starts with reviewing pharmacy claims and alerts from our contract pharmacies. I am looking for misclassified 340B-eligible prescriptions, potential duplicate discounts, or claims that require clarification. I'm also looking for any inconsistencies that could affect compliance or revenue. My day could also include updating or reviewing policies and procedures, ensuring our documentation is audit-ready, or responding to questions from leadership, pharmacy partners or staff. A large portion of my day involves supporting leadership with reports, analyzing data to identify revenue trends, and documenting key decisions and findings. Essentially, my days are dynamic, and week to week can look very different.

What are some of the most rewarding aspects of your work?

I find that the most rewarding aspect of my work is being able to see how the behind-the-scenes administrative aspects of the program can make a real-life human impact. Understanding that the program allows uninsured or underinsured patients to afford life-saving medications and access critical care, such as case management, testing or — in some cases — transportation, is amazing.

What part of your work feels most impactful?

By increasing our 340B profits, the Partnership can provide our patients with ancillary care services to support their health care needs outside of their immediate diagnosis. This is the most impactful aspect of my work, since most of our patients lack the means to access the offered services outside of a 340B covered entity.

What do you enjoy most about working with the team at the Partnership?

Although I work remotely, I enjoy the camaraderie and teamwork mentality of my colleagues at the Partnership. Everyone is always willing to lend a helping hand and answer any questions I may have.

What do you like to do outside of work?

Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in public health. However, when I am not working or studying, I enjoy crocheting, playing with my dogs and traveling. 

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