Inpatient Pharmacist Supervisor

Stanford Medicine Children's Health; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 124,562 - 155,696; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in California is seeking a Supervisor for its Pharmacy operations. This role oversees daily pharmacy functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining operational efficiency. Candidates must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and have at least five years of hospital experience. The position offers competitive compensation based on experience and aligns with internal equity. Join a team dedicated to enhancing pediatric care through advanced practices and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Completion of PGY-2 Residency or PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Pediatric program.
• Five years of related hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations and activities of the assigned pharmacy area.
• Establish processes for effective pharmacy operations.
• Ensure compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Skills

Supervision

Mentoring

Coaching

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Job description

Company Description

At Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team – like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job ID

LP_00026452-2211

Job Description

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Supervisor is responsible for the supervision and management of the daily operations and activities of the assigned Pharmacy area. The Supervisor establishes the process for effective pharmacy operations including dispensing and distribution, and monitoring, and compliance with applicable State Board of Pharmacy regulations. Performs all functions related to managing the day-to-day operations, scheduling and workflows for both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Leads, directs, coaches and evaluates employees in the performance of operational and clinical functions, standard methodologies and best practices. Ensure the quality, integrity of processes and operational efficiency. Meets and performs all activities associated with the supervision of people.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

Essential Functions

• Establishes the responsibilities and schedules to be assigned to pharmacists and technicians, as appropriate.
• Supervises day-to-day drug distribution and compounding activities, and assists in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of daily operations of the assigned pharmacy areas.
• Serves as a role model and mentor, and assists with unit workload performing the duties of a clinical pharmacist.
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of Departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and ensures the compliance of the department Policies/Procedures, SOPs, and correct record keeping.
• Oversees and assists the training of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, students and residents in the assigned pharmacy areas.
• Assists in budget adherence and performs special projects as assigned.
• Evaluates and conducts employee performance reviews.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education:

Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a School of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.

Experience:

Completion of a PGY-2 Residency program, or completion of a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Pediatric program, or PGY-1 and 1 year of related hospital experience, or Five (5) years of related hospital experience.

License/Certification:

• RQI Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support
• or
• Basic Life Support by American Heart Association (AHA)
• RQI Healthcare Provider Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• or
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support by American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Pharmacist by California Board of Pharmacy

Knowledge

• Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results
• Ability to work effectively both as a team player and leader
• Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy
• Knowledge of influence of patient's age, sex, concomitant disease states, concurrent drug therapy, foods and diagnostic procedures on drug activity and disposition
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
• Knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations; pharmacology and pharmacological nomenclature; medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and disease states
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry and mathematics as they relate to pharmacy practice
• Knowledge of prescription and non-prescription drugs and drug products and their indications, efficacy, dosage, mechanisms of action, fate and disposition (if known), major contraindications and potential side effects

Physical Requirements

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $90.42 to $113.02

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.