Director of Pharmacy

Ambition 24hours Travel Nursing & Allied; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Professional development programs

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Director of Pharmacy to oversee pharmacy operations within a hospital. This role demands leadership, regulatory compliance, and effective resource management to ensure high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, hold an active pharmacist license, and ideally have prior leadership experience. The position also offers a supportive community known for outdoor activities and opportunities for career advancement within a culture of clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Must have an active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the applicable state.
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school is required.
• Prior leadership experience in a hospital pharmacy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct departmental activities and resources to achieve pharmacy objectives.
• Oversee operations including patient care services and service levels.
• Manage staffing activities like hiring and training pharmacy staff.

Skills

Active pharmacist license

Leadership experience

Knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations

Regulatory standards knowledge

Quality and safety best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Job Title

Director of Pharmacy

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Overview

The Director of Pharmacy oversees all pharmacy operations within a hospital setting, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant medication use while leading a high-performing pharmacy team. This leader partners with clinical and administrative stakeholders to support high-quality patient care and drive departmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs departmental activities and resources to achieve pharmacy and organizational objectives.
• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, policies, and standards in line with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
• Oversees day-to-day operations, including patient care services, information systems, service levels, and complaint resolution to meet quality and performance benchmarks.
• Plans and manages staffing activities, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and ongoing staff development.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates the departmental budget, ensuring operations remain within approved financial parameters.
• Coordinates and directs internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Creates and maintains a professional environment that supports engagement, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines into workflows, protocols, and pharmacy services.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of healthcare regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA and pharmacy-related regulations).
• Manages the work of others by planning, assigning, and reviewing work; ensuring quality standards; and overseeing training, coaching, and performance management for pharmacy staff.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the applicable state.
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy required.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree preferred.
• Prior leadership or management experience in a hospital or health system pharmacy strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations, regulatory standards, and quality and safety best practices.

Location

This position is based in a small, rural community known for abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, including fishing, hunting, biking, camping, water sports, skiing, and other activities in nearby mountains, reservoirs, and rivers. The community is within driving distance of major metropolitan areas, offering a balance of rural lifestyle and access to larger cities.

Company Culture & Perks

The organization emphasizes a culture of clinical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement to support both patient care and employee well-being. Team members benefit from:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for eligible employees.
• Paid time off and various leave programs.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution or match.
• Programs supporting professional development, continuing education, and career advancement.

Application

If you are interested, apply and upload your resume.