Director of Pharmacy

Optum; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k contribution

Job summary

CPS Solutions, LLC, in partnership with Fremont Hospital, seeks a Pharmacy Leader to oversee hospital pharmacy services, align clinical, quality, and financial goals, and lead staff including managers, pharmacists, technicians, and support teams.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, formulary management, budgeting, contract oversight, and driving innovation to improve patient care and safety within a 148-bed behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• B.S. or PharmD from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy (required)
• Current Licensed Pharmacist in California (required)

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and oversight for all pharmacy services within a single hospital, aligning operations with clinical, quality, and financial goals
• Oversees safe, effective, evidence-based medication use including formulary management
• Leads and develops pharmacy leadership and staff including managers, pharmacists, technicians, and support teams
• Ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and legal requirements (Joint Commission, CMS, USP, BOP and state/federal laws)
• Oversees pharmacy financial performance including budgeting, purchasing, contract management, and cost-containment initiatives
• Collaborates with executive leadership and interdisciplinary stakeholders to support system-wide patient care, quality, and safety initiatives
• Drives innovation, performance improvement, and strategic growth using data and technology

Skills

Pharmacy software & systems

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Leadership & people management

Education

B.S. or PharmD (ACPE accredited)

Current Pharmacist License in California

Tools

Omnicell automation

Job description

Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

About the Facility

Fremont Hospital is a private, modern 148-bed behavioral healthcare facility that provides services to adolescents (ages 12-17) and adults. Services offered include treatment of psychiatric conditions, chemical dependency, and treatment of 'dual diagnosis' (co-existing psychiatric condition and chemical dependency). A variety of treatment programs are available, including inpatient care, partial hospitalization (day treatment) and an intensive outpatient program. CPS Solutions, LLC has partnered with the hospital to manage the day-to-day operations of this pharmacy. This position is an employee of CPS Solutions, LLC.

About the Pharmacy

Pharmacy hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm and Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from 7:00am-1:30pm. The pharmacy is supported by Omnicell automation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and oversight for all pharmacy services within a single hospital, aligning operations with the hospital's clinical, quality, and financial goals
• Ensures safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use, overseeing clinical pharmacy practice, medication safety, and formulary management
• Leads, develops, and holds accountability for pharmacy leadership and staff, including managers, pharmacists, technicians, and support teams
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and legal requirements, including Joint Commission, CMS, USP, BOP and state/federal laws
• Oversees pharmacy financial performance, including budgeting, purchasing, contract management, and cost-containment initiatives
• Collaborates with executive leadership and interdisciplinary stakeholders, supporting system-wide patient care, quality, and safety initiatives
• Drives innovation, performance improvement, and strategic growth, leveraging data, technology, and best practices to advance pharmacy services

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or PharmD from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy
• Current Licensed Pharmacist in California

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using computer applications including pharmacy information systems, pharmacy software, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing pharmacy services. Proficient in the use and application of new medications and technology
• Knowledge of pathophysiology, interpretation of diagnostic criteria, pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapeutics
• Demonstrated ability to effectively participate in interdisciplinary teams and committees
• Proven leadership, administration, human resources, and managerial skills
• Proven business acumen includes profit/loss understanding, contract negotiations, and GPO function
• Proven problem solving and analytical thinking ability
• Proven effective verbal and written communication skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment.

We offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.