Drug Diversion Prevention Pharmacist Specialist

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

403(b) Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Wellness Programs

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, Delaware, seeks a Drug Diversion Specialist Pharmacist to lead the organization’s drug diversion prevention, detection, and response program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards. You will oversee education, audits, investigations, and reporting, collaborating with Pharmacy leadership and multidisciplinary teams.

This role requires a PharmD, ASHP PGY1 and PGY2 residencies, and Delaware licensure; board certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy required.
• ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency required or equivalent experience (minimum 3 years acute care).
• ASHP-accredited PGY2 Pharmacy Residency required or equivalent experience (minimum 3 years in drug diversion).
• Board Certification preferred.
• Relevant drug diversion certification required within 24 months of hire (e.g., ASHP Drug Diversion Certificate).
• Current pharmacist licensure in the State of Delaware, or eligibility for reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive drug diversion program across the organization.
• Establish and maintain an effective drug diversion education program for caregivers.
• Provide expertise and participate in multidisciplinary education and training on drug diversion prevention.
• Develop and execute audits and surveillance; identify trends and elevate concerns to Pharmacy leadership.
• Utilize drug diversion monitoring software and collaborate with analysts to optimize reporting metrics.

Education

PharmD degree

PGY1 Residency

PGY2 Residency

Board Certification

Drug Diversion Certification

Delaware Pharmacist Licensure

Job description

ChristianaCare in Newark, Delaware, seeks a Drug Diversion Specialist Pharmacist to lead the organization’s drug diversion prevention, detection, and response program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards. You will oversee education, audits, investigations, and reporting, collaborating with Pharmacy leadership and multidisciplinary teams.

This role requires a PharmD, ASHP PGY1 and PGY2 residencies, and Delaware licensure; board certification preferred.