KS CJR 033

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 241,000 - 377,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC in Orange, California is seeking an Executive Director, Pharmacy to lead enterprisewide pharmaceutical strategy across inpatient and ambulatory care. You will oversee procurement, distribution, monitoring and utilization of medications, and collaborate with medical staff to ensure patient safety and optimal therapeutic outcomes.

The role requires a PharmD, California licensure, and senior management experience with at least five years in clinical leadership.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licensed in CA with Doctorate in Pharmacy.
• Minimum five years clinical and management experience; two years department head supervision.
• Experience across inpatient, outpatient settings and pharmacy benefits mgmt preferred.
• ASHP residency preferred.
• Knowledge of managed care and capitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise pharmacy vision and strategic goals.
• Oversee procurement, distribution, monitoring and utilization of pharmaceuticals.
• Collaborate with medical staff and committees to ensure patient safety and optimal drug utilization.
• Analyze financial performance across the pharmacy enterprise and support growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Quality & safety

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy

Master's in Health Administration

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Job Summary

The Executive Director, Pharmacy is responsible for developing, communicating and implementing enterprise pharmacy vision, strategic plan and goals. Oversees all CHOC Children’s activities regarding procurement, distribution, monitoring and utilization of pharmaceuticals in the acute and ambulatory care settings, which includes services from the Inpatient, Outpatient Retail, and Specialty Pharmacies. In collaboration with the medical staff and Medication-Nutrition Committee, this position develops systems and services which ensure optimal patient safety and therapeutic drug utilization. The Executive Director, Pharmacy analyzes and controls financial performance across the pharmacy enterprise; ensures the quality of all departmental services and activities throughout the continuum of care; and supports research growth and academic affiliations.

Pay Range

Minimum $241,280.00 Midpoint $301,600.00 Maximum $377,000.00

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum Five (5) years of clinical and management experience. Two (2) years of supervisory experience at the department head level required.
• Preferred: Experience in the entire continuum of care (e.g. inpatient, outpatient, pharmacy benefit management, etc.) highly preferred.

Education

• Required: Doctorate in Pharmacy.
• Preferred: Master's Degree with a Business or Health-Administration concentration.

Training

• Required: None required.
• Preferred: Prefers Completion of an ASHO accredited residency.

Specialized Skills

• Required: Effective communication and leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to function effectively in a complex, interdisciplinary environment. Analytical ability to evaluate current services and make appropriate recommendations for their improvement as required, evaluate new technologies, systems related to personnel, procedures, budgets, and equipment. Broad knowledge of quality, patient safety, performance improvement, regulatory requirements, medical staff structure, peer review and legal aspects of care.
• Preferred: Prefers Working knowledge of managed care and capitation principles; experience with contract negotiation and management.

Licensure

• Required: Pharmacist – CA Board of Pharmacy.

Work Environments - Functional Demand: Sedentary - Very light energy level Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements: Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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