Associate Director of Pharmacy

Insight Hospital and Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Hospital and Medical Center is seeking an Associate Director of Pharmacy to support the Pharmacy Director in managing operations across various programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive pharmacy management experience and will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, optimizing services, and promoting patient-centered care within our community-focused environment.

Benefits

Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacy Director in daily operations for various pharmacy programs.
• Supervise pharmacy staff, ensuring adherence to policies and standards.
• Collaborate with medical staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Collaborative Environment

Patient Centered Care

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Tools

Pharmacy related technology

EMR systems

Job description

Position:Associate Director of Pharmacy

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Id:1683

# of Openings:1

WE ARE INSIGHT:

AtInsight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago,we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!

Overview: Insight Hospital and Medical Center , located in Chicago, is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Pharmacy Director. This position will support and assist the Pharmacy Director in overseeing operations across specialty, inpatient, outpatient and 340B programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmacy management with a proven track record of optimizing pharmacy services and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.

These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
• Assist the Pharmacy Director in leading the daily operations of the pharmacy, including inpatient, outpatient, specialty and 340B programs.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including pharmacists, technicians and other support personnel, ensuring adherence to policies and standards.
• Foster a collaborative and patient centered environment while providing guidance and mentorship to the pharmacy team
• Participate in developing and implementing strategic goals for the pharmacy department.

Clinical and Operational Support:

• Oversee medication management and distribution to ensure safe, effective and cost efficient services.
• Collaborate with medical staff and other departments to optimize patient outcomes through clinical pharmacy services.
• Assist in monitoring and improving medication usage and formulary management across the hospital.
• Ensures the pharmacy is compliant with all regulatory and accrediting standards including 340B program management.

340B Program Oversight:

• Support the 340B program operations ensuring compliance with federal regulations and optimization of savings opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain program integrity, auditing and reporting processes.
• Assist in managing the pharmacy department's budget including identifying opportunities for cost saving initiatives and revenue generation.
• Analyze and report financial and operational performance metrics to senior leadership.

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure all pharmacy operations are in compliance with local , state and federal regulations as well as hospital policies.
• Lead efforts in continuous quality improvement, risk management and medication safety programs.

Technology & Innovation:

• Promote and implement new pharmacy technologies to improve operational efficiency and patient care.
• Support the integration of electronic medical records(EMR) and other technology solutions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy(PharmD) degree required.
• Licensure: Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Illinois.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience with specialty pharmacy, outpatient, inpatient and 340B compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Proficient in pharmacy related technology and EMR systems.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!