Asst Dir, Pharmacy

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY is seeking an Assistant Director of Pharmacy to coordinate all operational aspects of the department, oversee staffing, and lead policy implementation and IT projects. This role focuses on medication safety, efficiency, and staff development within a dynamic inpatient setting.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years as a pharmacist, 1–2 years of supervisory experience, and licensure or eligibility for New York licensure, with demonstrated ability to manage diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a pharmacist.
• 1–2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be licensed or eligible for New York pharmacist licensure.
• Experience serving diverse age groups: neonatal to geriatric.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all operational aspects of the pharmacy department.
• Schedule pharmacy personnel to ensure adequate coverage.
• Establish departmental reporting and dashboards for ongoing evaluations of services.
• Lead quality initiatives to improve medication safety and efficiency.
• Liaise between departments and participate in hospital committees.
• Assist in development and reinforcement of policies and procedures.

Skills

Staff supervision

Pharmacist licensure NY

Clinical pharmacy knowledge

Education

BS or PharmD

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director of PharmacyLocation: Unity HospitalDepartment: Inpatient PharmacyHours Per Week: Full-timeSchedule: 7:30 a – 4:00 p On-call every 4 weeksSummaryThe Assistant Director of Pharmacy will coordinate and oversee all operational aspects of the pharmacy department, under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Pharmacy. The Assistant Director will also coordinate pharmacy support personnel, pharmacy policies and procedures, and supervise various pharmacy IT projects. The Assistant Director also facilitates and mentors staff-level performance improvement teams aimed at improving medication safety, increasing operational efficiency, and improving working conditions within the Pharmacy.Key Responsibilities:Operational:The Assistant Director of Pharmacy will coordinate and oversee all operational aspects of the pharmacy department.Schedule/oversees scheduling of Pharmacy personnel to ensure adequate coverage of all patient care areas.Establishes departmental reporting (dashboards, metrics, etc.) and monitoring systems with respect to effective and ongoing evaluations of pharmacy services throughout the organization.Works with pharmacy staff to execute core processes and quality initiatives to continually improve the overall quality of service to our customers.Monitors the pharmacy environment relative to physical appearance, staff behavior/morale, and performance.Liaison:Serves as liaison between all departments in the organization.Participates as a member of Pharmacy and hospital committees as appropriate.Engaged and involved with system service integration.Policy and ProcedureAssists in the development, implementation, and reinforcement of appropriate policies and procedures.Human Resources:With Pharmacy Directors' consent and guidance, acts as liaison to Human Resources for pharmacy employee-related issues, including but not limited to:Job descriptionJob gradingSalariesPerformance EvaluationsPerformance Improvement PlansCareer DevelopmentParticipates in the recruitment, orientation, training, and evaluation of employees. Provides ongoing feedback, reinforces positive performance, and takes appropriate action to improve performance.Constantly evaluates staff and procedures to ensure that the entire Pharmacy Department lives up to the organization's core values.Staff DevelopmentDelegates responsibilities to staff members to promote job satisfaction and departmental growth.Preferred Qualifications1-2 years supervisory experience preferredMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in pharmacy or a PharmD Degree (Pharmacy) required.Minimum 5 years of experience as a pharmacist.Must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to supervise the delivery of services in a manner that is appropriate to the client’s age, physical ability, and intellectual development.Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in assessing treatment and responses and adapting services to meet the needs of the population served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.Maintain the necessary level of professional knowledge and technical proficiency in areas of functional responsibility, including maintaining state-required continuing education.Required Licensure/Certification SkillsLicensure or eligibility for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of New York.Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranEDUCATION:BS (Required)LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Light - Light non-clinical roles include frequent standing or walking and minimal lifting, typically under 20 lbs. Tasks often involve sitting at a workstation, using a computer, handling paperwork, and interacting with colleagues or visitors. Fine motor control is essential for typing and administrative tasks, while clear vision and hearing support accurate communication. Emotional and cognitive demands include managing multiple tasks, handling interruptions, and exercising independent judgment. Environmental exposures are generally low but may include shared workspaces, proximity to clinical areas, or occasional crowding.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$155,000.00 - $180,000.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14626The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.