Director of Pharmacy

AdventHealth

Killeen (TX)

On-site

USD 145,000 - 269,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403B retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health resources

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Killeen, Texas, seeks a Pharmacy Director to lead departmental goals, oversee clinical services and staff, and drive quality improvement while managing budgets and contracted medications. You will collaborate across pharmacy, medical, nursing and administration to ensure high standards of patient care.

The role requires a Doctorate in Pharmacy, 5+ years of leadership in hospital pharmacy, and RPh licensure. Excellent communication and budget skills are essential.

Qualifications

Doctorate in Pharmacy required with pharmacy leadership experience.
Experience overseeing department goals, staffing and budgets.
Strong communication with clinical, nursing and admin staff.

Responsibilities

Develop departmental goals and oversee clinical services and trials.
Design organizational structure, recruit, train and supervise staff.
Plan and implement quality improvement programs compliant with accreditation.
Ensure security of controlled medications and regulatory compliance.
Prepare and present quarterly financial reports with action plans.
Monitor budgets and pharmaceutical contracts for cost savings.
Collaborate with pharmacy, medical, nursing and admin teams.

Skills

Organization skills

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

MS Office proficiency

Multihospital operations understanding

Matrix-management ability

Teaching / precepting

Contract management

Cost, utilization & quality analysis

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy

Tools

Pyxis

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding thattogether we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2201 S CLEAR CREEK RD

City:

KILLEEN

State:

Texas

Postal Code:

76549

Job Description:

Develops departmental goals and objectives, oversees clinical services and trials, and participates in systems development, maintenance, and monitoring.
Designs, establishes, and maintains an organizational structure, policies, and staffing to accomplish departmental goals; recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff.
Plans and implements a quality improvement program that complies with accreditation statutes.
Ensures the security of all controlled medications within the pharmacy and facility.
Ensures regulatory compliance related to medication purchasing and oversees the acquisition and disbursement of drugs and medications to various floors, clinics, and other sites.
Prepares, reviews, and presents quarterly statistical and financial reports, developing plans of action to address any problems.
Maintains a sustained record of contribution to the total body of knowledge in pharmacy practice through internal/external presentations, publications, formal review for a peer-reviewed medical or pharmacy journal, and/or professional organization service.
Assists in the development and monitoring of budgets.
Interacts regularly with pharmacy, medical, nursing, and administrative staff to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
Analyzes cost, utilization, and quality of pharmaceutical programs and contracts to identify opportunities for improvement.
Formulates recommendations to address areas of opportunity.
Develops, implements, and manages programs to address pharmaceutical cost, utilization, and quality improvement opportunities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong organization skills [Required]
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]
Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information in understandable terms to all levels of staff [Required]
Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite [Required]
Understanding of complex, multihospital operations [Required]
Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals [Required]
Ability to teach, precept, and facilitate experiential training [Required]
Expertise in pharmaceutical management of value-based contracts and Medication Therapy Management Programs [Required]
Expertise in the accreditation requirements of Det Norske Veritas and (DNV) International Organization for Standardization (iOS) quality management systems or Joint Commission Medication Management Standard [Preferred]
Expertise with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists National Practice Standards [Preferred]
Expertise using Pyxis automated dispensing technology [Preferred]

Education: