Clinical Manager, WVUH Cancer Center Pharmacy

West Virginia University Hospital, Inc; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Manager to coordinate and manage clinical services. This pivotal role involves supervising personnel, developing training programs, and ensuring compliance with national standards. You'll lead a team in providing exceptional pharmaceutical care, enhancing patient safety, and driving operational excellence. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes and foster professional growth. If you're passionate about pharmacy practice and leadership, this opportunity is designed for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current license to practice pharmacy in West Virginia.
• Completion of a health-system pharmacy administration residency program.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements training programs to ensure staff competence.
• Supervises staff activities and promotes cooperation.
• Implements performance improvement programs to enhance service quality.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Non-verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy

Master of Business Administration

Master of Health Administration

Master of Science in Health-System Pharmacy Administration

Master in Public Health

Job description

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Job Summary

Coordinates and manages distributive and clinical services provided by the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, including supervision of personnel and educational programs offered by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

1. Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy
2. Must possess current license to practice pharmacy in West Virginia or be license eligible. Licensure must be completed within 60 days.

Experience

1. Completion of a health-system pharmacy administration residency program OR
2. Completion of a non-health-system pharmacy administration residency program AND 1 year of experience as a clinical pharmacist or pharmacy administrator OR
3. Three (3) years of pharmacy administrative experience OR
4. Five (5) years pharmacist practice experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

1. Master of Business Administration, Master of Health Administration, Master of Science in Health-System Pharmacy Administration, or Master in Public Health.
2. Board Certification in a clinical pharmacy specialty

Core Duties and Responsibilities

The following are general responsibilities; other duties may be assigned:

1. Develops and implements processes, through orientation, training, and education, to ensure staff competence.
2. Develops and implements programs to provide drug distribution and clinical services meeting or exceeding national standards.
3. Formulates and refines systems used in pharmaceutical care.
4. Supervises staff activities, monitors performance, and promotes cooperation.
5. Directly supervises staff in primary responsibility areas.
6. Performs personnel functions such as interviewing, hiring, and performance management.
7. Ensures policies related to drug distribution are followed.
8. Coordinates staff schedules and daily work schedules.
9. Studies trends in pharmacy practice; develops policies and procedures.
10. Develops policies, procedures, and training materials for clinical and operational services.
11. Implements new products, technology, and procedures to improve operations.
12. Works with administration to ensure product standards and compliance.
13. Assists in budget preparation and monitors financial indicators.
14. Develops systems to promote safe and effective use of pharmacy resources.
15. Implements performance improvement programs to enhance service quality and patient safety.
16. Prepares reports for performance activities.
17. Encourages effective communication among pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals.
18. Proactively identifies and resolves problems.
19. Maintains professional knowledge through continuing education and involvement in professional societies.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to walk and stand for long periods, lift 30 pounds, push 50 pounds, and perform dexterity tasks.

Working Environment

Characteristics of the work environment; accommodations may be provided.

Skills and Abilities

1. Time management skills.
2. Verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
3. Teamwork skills.

Additional Job Description

This Clinical Pharmacy Manager position supports inpatient and ambulatory WVUH Adult Oncology and Investigational Drug Services at WVUH Medical Center in Morgantown, WV. It reports to the WVUH Director of Oncology and Investigational Drug Services and collaborates with peer managers. The role supervises pharmacists and technicians supporting adult inpatient and ambulatory oncology and investigational drug services.

Details

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Shift: Exempt
• Location: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals, 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV

Equal Opportunity Employer

WVUHS is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, and other protected characteristics. All employment practices are conducted without discrimination.