Interim Director of Pharmacy

Cardinal Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cardinal Health seeks an Interim Director of Pharmacy to lead hospital and outpatient pharmacy operations on an interim basis across nationwide locations. You will oversee opening processes, staff licensure, and coordination with Account Managers on project implementation.

The role requires travel, prior hospital pharmacy leadership, and a PharmD or PharmD-equivalent degree with licensure in good standing. This position offers diverse site support and a dynamic, project-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Licensed pharmacist in good standing; California license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership on an interim basis for contracted inpatient and outpatient pharmacies.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

Licensure management

Job description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

With over 45 years of experience in helping hundreds of hospital and outpatient pharmacies, we provide access to best practice strategies and tactics to control costs, improve workflow and enhance safety. Cardinal Health's Innovative Delivery Solutions (IDS) business helps providers transform pharmacies into a strategic asset – delivering value that supports the patient throughout the continuum of care. The Interim Director of Pharmacy will provide leadership on an interim/transitional basis in Cardinal Health contracted inpatient hospital pharmacies and, on occasion to retail and specialty pharmacies.

Travel

This position is 90% travel to our pharmacies nationwide where your license is applicable.

Responsibilities

• The Interim Director of Pharmacy will provide leadership on an interim/transitional basis in Cardinal Health contracted inpatient and outpatient pharmacies. Duration of assignment will vary.
• Serves as Interim Director of Pharmacy. Plan, organize and direct all functions of the pharmacy services. Assure all legal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements are maintained at the best demonstrated practice.
• Maintain a professional presence throughout the hospital/client site. Assure pharmacy services and activities are carried out to meet goals and standards of both Cardinal Health and the client/hospital.
• Assure acquisition or renewal of all pharmacy staff licenses.
• Perform as Staff Pharmacist as needed.
• Participate in committee meetings necessary to enhance practice and patient care
• Attend new client kick-off meetings as assigned. Oversee onsite implementation of opening process. Work with Account Managers as necessary for projects.
• Ensures that weekly status reports are provided.
• Ensure that all staff education is complete.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel 90%.
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Must be a "good standing" licensed pharmacist.
• California pharmacist license preferred.
• Additional state pharmacist licenses preferred.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience required.
• Retail and specialty pharmacy experience preferred.
• Prior experience as a director/manager/supervisor required.
• Experienced in all aspects of Pharmacy Operations.
• Proven successful project management experience.
• Excellent planning, forecasting, and negotiation skills with the ability to prioritize diverse projects across the territory.
• May require vendor credentialing.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals.
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines.
• Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers.
• Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management.
• Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects.
• Gains consensus from various parties involved.

Anticipated salary range:

$123,400 - $193,930.

Bonus eligible:

Yes

Benefits:

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close:

12/07/2026

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.