Director of Pharmacy

Little Rock Rehabilitation Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health insurance

401k plan

Career development

Job summary

Little Rock Rehabilitation Hospital invites applications for a Director of Pharmacy. The role directs the medication use process, oversees clinical activities and staff in the Pharmacy Department, and liaises with hospital leaders to optimize drug therapy and patient outcomes.

The position emphasizes QA activities, drug utilization reviews, formulary changes, and critical pathways. The director will support pharmaco-economic efforts and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in a

Qualifications

• Current state licensure from the state board of pharmacy.
• Three years previous management experience.
• Will act as Pharmacist in Charge.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of the medication use process and Pharmacy Department operations.
• Coordinate with department heads, medical staff and nursing staff to improve drug therapy and resolve issues.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and drug utilization reviews for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
• Support development and implementation of treatment guidelines, formulary changes and critical pathways.
• Oversee pharmaco-economic efforts and review targeted medications for compliance.

Education

Pharmacist licensure in Arkansas

3 years management experience

Pharmacist in Charge responsibilities

Job description

Little Rock Rehabilitation Hospital is a brand new startup with 40 private patient suites and set to take its first patient March 2027.

Position Summary

The Director of Pharmacy manages the medication use process through the planning, organization, management and direction of the operations, clinical activities and staff of the Pharmacy Department. Maintains contact with other department heads, medical staff, and nursing staff to determine needs, resolve problems, improve processes, and promote effective drug therapy. The Director of Pharmacy will participate in Quality Assurance and complete drug utilization reviews for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Facilitates the development and implementation of treatment guidelines, protocols, formulary changes, and critical pathways as approved by appropriate committees. Supports the pharmacy’s pharmaco-economic efforts. Reviews the use of targeted medications for compliance.

Pay: Rate of pay is based on years of experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure from the state board of pharmacy
• Three years previous management experience
• Will act as Pharmacist in Charge

Desired Qualifications

• Management experience in a rehabilitation hospital preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented, able to meet strict time frames

Join our team and you will experience a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement including:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to progress in function, skill, and pay
• A competitive wage scale
• A comprehensive health and wellness package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

We offer a benefits package that will best suit your family’s needs. You can choose from a variety of medical coverage plans that best fit your lifestyle. You also have the option to enroll in additional perks such as 401k, life insurance, and disability plans.

Little Rock Rehabilitation Hospital is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled