Director, Pharmacy

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 195,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Howard University Hospital is seeking a senior pharmacist leader to oversee all pharmacy services, ensuring compliance with federal and DC regulations and coordinating care across departments.

The role requires extensive hospital pharmacy leadership, budget management, and a commitment to patient safety, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the Washington, DC area.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• MBA or Master of Healthcare Administration preferred.
• ASHP-accredited PGY-1 and PGY-2 residency in Pharmacy Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direction, supervision, and coordination of all pharmacy services.
• Review, coordinate, and implement medication-related performance improvement and safety initiatives.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with medical staff and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify cost-savings and clinical opportunities related to drug usage.
• Establish and manage the department budget.
• Identify innovations in pharmacy practice and function.
• Implement policies and procedures.
• Facilitate weekly pharmacy huddles, monthly staff meetings and 1:1s.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

MBA or Master of Healthcare Administration

ASHP accredited PGY-1 and PGY-2 residency (preferred)

Job description

ROLE SUMMARY

Responsible for overseeing the direction, supervision, and coordination of all pharmacy services in accordance with all federal and state laws relating to the storage, compounding and distribution of drugs and the provision of pharmaceutical care.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Reviews, coordinates, and implements medication related performance improvement plans and safety initiatives
• Serves on applicable committees and participates in meetings related to pharmacy services/medication management
• Responsible for maintaining collaborative relationships with medical staff and other clinical and support departments to ensure the smooth operation of pharmacy services.
• Identifies cost-savings and clinical opportunities as it relates to drug usage
• Establishes and manages the department budget
• Identifies and recommends innovations in the practice and function of the pharmacy
• Implements policies and procedures
• Facilitate weekly pharmacy huddles, monthly staff meetings and 1:1's
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are related and appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited college of pharmacy
• Master of Business Administration or Master of Healthcare Administration (preferred)
• ASHP accredited PGY-1 and PGY-2 residency in Pharmacy Administration (preferred)

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience
• Three (3) years of pharmacy management/supervisory experience
• Licensure or eligible for licensure to practice Pharmacy in DC

ABOUT HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Founded in 1862 as Freedmen's Hospital, Howard University Hospital is the nation's only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black College or University. As a District of Columbia Level 1 Trauma Center, we deliver advanced, compassionate care to the communities we serve while training the next generation of health care professionals. For more than 150 years, our mission has been to provide exceptional care to all who come through our doors.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A commitment to work-life balance.
• Recognition and rewards for the work you do.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, disability insurance, vacation and sick leave, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition remission of up to two courses per semester.
• The opportunity to be part of a mission-driven institution with more than 150 years of service to the community.

POSITION DETAILS

DepartmentPharmacy ServicesReports ToChief Medical OfficerFLSA StatusExemptBargaining Unitn/aScheduleDayWeekend Requirement

PAY & SCHEDULE

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary range:$195,000- $225,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

Culture of Care: In an effort to improve patient safety, Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture. This atmosphere of accountability promotes the identification of human error (mistake), at-risk behavior (behavioral choice that increases risk) and reckless behavior (disregard for risk). The goal is to maintain a culture for learning, safe systems and well managed behavioral choices.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Pay Transparency: The posted pay range reflects the applicable wage scale in effect at the time of posting. Actual pay is determined by the collective bargaining agreement and may be adjusted in accordance with its terms.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The organization reserves the right to alter working hours, based on needs.