Director of Pharmacy

Reid Hospital & Health Care Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

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Job summary

Reid Health is seeking a Director of Pharmacy to lead and coordinate all activities of the pharmacy service, ensuring high patient care standards and regulatory compliance. The role includes managing staff, optimizing services, and collaborating with multiple departments to improve patient outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have a PharmD degree, a hospital residency or advanced degree, and 3+ years of hospital pharmacy management experience, plus an Indiana pharmacist license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Hospital residency or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of management experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• Active Indiana pharmacist license required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements pharmacy policies, procedures, and protocols in compliance with federal and state regulations and industry standards.
• Oversees procurement, storage, and distribution of medications with accurate inventory management and safe medication practices.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate medication therapy and medication safety.
• Leads and manages pharmacy staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develops and manages the department budget, monitors financial performance, and implements cost-saving measures while maintaining quality patient care.
• Coordinates and participates in quality improvement initiatives such as medication safety programs and utilization evaluations.
• Stays updated with regulatory changes in pharmacy practice to ensure compliance.
• Fosters effective communication with other departments to optimize patient outcomes.
• Holds responsibility for controlled substance management throughout the facility.

Education

Pharmacist degree (PharmD)

Job description

Director of Pharmacy 7300 Pharmacy Schedule: Salaried

About the Position

The Director of Pharmacy is responsible for developing, supervising, and coordinating all activities of the pharmacy service. They are responsible for maintaining high standards of patient care, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, managing pharmacy staff, and optimizing pharmacy services to meet the needs of patients and healthcare providers. The Director of Pharmacy collaborates with various departments and stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the pharmacy departmen

Overview of Responsibilities

• Develops and implements pharmacy policies, procedures, and protocols in compliance with federal and state regulations and industry standards.
• Oversees the procurement, storage, and distribution of medications, ensuring accurate inventory management, and safe medication practices.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate medication therapy and promote medication safety.
• Leads and manages pharmacy staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develops and manages the department budget, monitor financial performance, and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining quality patient care.
• Coordinates and participates in quality improvement initiatives, such as medication safety programs, adverse event reporting, and medication utilization evaluations.
• Stays updated with regulatory changes in pharmacy practice to ensure compliance.
• Fosters effective communication and collaboration with other departments to optimize patient outcomes
• Holds responsibility for controlled substance management throughout the facility

Education & Experience

• Minimum education required: Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Minimum education preferred: Hospital residency or advanced degree.
• Minimum experience required:3 years of management experience preferably in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• Minimum experience preferred: 5 years of management experience preferably in a hospital pharmacy setting.

Licensure & Certification

• Indiana Pharmacy Technician License or the ability to obtain
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board license (PTCB) which must be obtained within 5 years of accepting position
• Licensure and Certification
• Active pharmacist license in the State of Indiana

Our values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity and Accountability are essential to exceed our customers’ expectations. At Reid, we look for individuals who believe in our core values and demonstrate a genuine desire to make a positive impact to those we serve. We take pride in employing people who show up every day with a commitment to these values along with our mission and vision. We are one team working toward a common goal of providing outstanding customer care and service to our communities. If you have a calling to serve and are looking for meaningful and purposeful work, Reid Health is the place for you.

Reid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation.

Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area.

With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit.

The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health.

It's more than a place to work. Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for.

And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care.

Reid Health is looking to add to its family with service-minded individuals like you. Whether you come from a clinical background or simply want to work in an environment that allows you to pursue your passions of service to others, we have opportunities for people just like you. Find yourself at Reid Health.

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Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Reid Health. Therefore, Reid Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. This applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Employment with Reid Health is on an 'at-will' basis. This means that either you or Reid Health may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.