Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Leader

University of Rochester Medicine; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 146,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester’s SMH Pharmacy is seeking an experienced pharmacy leader to oversee medication management, safety programs, and staff development. This role partners with nursing and hospital leadership to drive strategic goals aimed at improving patient care and safety across inpatient units.

A PharmD from an ACPE-accredited school, New York State Pharmacist license, and at least five years in health-system pharmacy (three in management) are required.

Qualifications

• PharmD from ACPE-accredited school and NYS Pharmacist license on hire.
• Minimum 5 years of health-system pharmacy experience, with 3+ years in management preferred.
• Advanced degree or residency with administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees medication management and preparation across SMH inpatient services.
• Leads safety programs, policy development, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Directs staff development, hiring oversight, and leadership collaboration with hospital teams.
• Develops strategic plans for department growth and technology integration (EMR).

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Pharmacy degree (PharmD) from ACPE-accredited school

Master's degree in management

Advanced degree (MBA, MSBA) or residency with administrative experience

Equivalent education and experience

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The University of Rochester’s SMH Pharmacy is seeking an experienced pharmacy leader to oversee medication management, safety programs, and staff development. This role partners with nursing and hospital leadership to drive strategic goals aimed at improving patient care and safety across inpatient units.

A PharmD from an ACPE-accredited school, New York State Pharmacist license, and at least five years in health-system pharmacy (three in management) are required.