Director of Pharmacy (HR Title: Chief Pharmacist

Southern Methodist University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Pharmacy to lead pharmaceutical services at a vibrant student health center. This pivotal role involves overseeing medication dispensing, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing pharmacy operations while fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in pharmacy management, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to enhancing student health services. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing high-quality care and making a positive impact on student well-being. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape pharmacy services in an innovative academic setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Retirement Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years as a licensed pharmacist with administrative experience required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmaceutical services and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Oversee medication dispensing, inventory management, and compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy Management Software

QS/1 Software

Job description

Job Description - Director of Pharmacy (HR Title: Chief Pharmacist (HEA00000085)

Description

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About SMU

SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.

SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.

About the Department:

The Dr. Bob Smith Health Center promotes the health and well-being of SMU students by offering accessible, compassionate, high-quality care, including primary care, pharmacy, counseling, and dentistry, all in one convenient location.

About the Position:

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

The Director of Pharmacy leads pharmaceutical services at the student health center, ensuring high-quality care in collaboration with clinic providers. This role oversees medication dispensing, patient education, inventory management, and pharmacy operations while supervising staff and maintaining regulatory compliance. The Director is committed to exceptional customer service, revenue goals, and enhancing services to meet student needs.

Essential Functions:

1. Pharmaceutical Care Delivery: Accurately fill and dispense prescriptions, reviewing orders for safety, efficacy, appropriateness, and accuracy. Counsel patients and consult with prescribers on medication selection, dosages, interactions, and side effects, offering therapeutic recommendations as needed. Provide drug information and patient education, ensuring safe/effective use of medications. Manage the point-of-sale system for medications and OTC products; maintain a small retail area stocked with health, beauty, and food items.
2. Inventory Control and Compliance: Maintain an efficient inventory system, conducting biannual manual counts of medications and supplies. Order and stock pharmaceuticals, OTC products, merchandise, and supplies to meet demand. Keep detailed, compliant records of prescriptions, drug inventory, narcotics, and controlled substances as required by federal and state regulations. Monitor patient drug therapy, collaborating with medical staff to promote cost-effective and appropriate pharmaceutical use. Oversee ongoing inventory-related accounting and reporting.
3. Pharmacy Team Support and Oversight: Manage pharmacy operations, including pricing, data analysis, and development of policies and procedures. Direct daily workflows, supervise pharmacy support staff, and oversee pharmacy technicians’ performance. Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and annual performance evaluations for staff; conduct in-service training as needed. Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, maintaining all required licenses and vendor agreements. Perform continuous quality assurance and maintain pharmacy security. Identify and propose opportunities for new or expanded services to enhance pharmacy offerings.
4. Strategic and Support Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned, including implementing new technologies and applications to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and modernize pharmacy operations to meet student needs and expectations. Provide information on student insurance and process payments. Communicate effectively with strong interpersonal skills, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. Serve on the Health Center Directors' governing body.

• Routine evening hours are required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s of Science in Pharmacy from an ACPE accredited school is required. A Doctor of Pharmacy degree is preferred. Seven (7) years of experience as a licensed pharmacist and ability to assume administrative responsibilities for the Pharmacy is required; two (2) years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role in pharmacy is also required. A current Texas pharmacy license in good standing is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills. Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills. Candidate knowledge of local, state, and federal regulatory requirements is required. Candidate ability to work well with patients, pharmacists, physicians and other co-workers is essential. Candidate must possess the ability to work well with SMU colleagues, clients and external organizations. Candidate must be courteous, pleasant and provide service in a professional manner. Candidate working knowledge of effective inventory system is preferred. Candidate must be BLS (Basic Life Support) certified. Immunization certified is preferred. Candidate familiarity with pharmacy management software is required. Knowledge of QS/1 software system is preferred.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Reach above shoulders
• Handle objects (dexterity)
• Stand

Deadline to Apply: Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by May 2, 2025.

EEO Statement: SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.