Lead Pharmacist - Ambulatory & Hospital Care Oversight

The Indian Health Service; Wanblee (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service in Pine Ridge Service Unit seeks a Supervisory Pharmacist to lead ambulatory care and hospital pharmacy operations. The role provides strategic direction, oversight of clinical care, staff management, and compliance with regulatory standards to advance patient safety and optimal drug therapy outcomes.

This leadership position emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals while guiding ongoing professional development and ensuring

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
• Must obtain and maintain applicable pharmacy licensure

Responsibilities

• Directs day-to-day operations of the pharmacy program and oversees staffing, scheduling, policy implementation, and compliance.
• Ensures compliance with accreditation standards, maintains documentation, coordinates audits, and promotes patient safety through risk-reduction strategies.
• Manages performance appraisals, develops staff through individual development plans, and provides coaching and training for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
• Acts as medication subject matter expert with physicians, nurses, and other staff on drug-related problems; monitors adverse drug reactions and reviews literature.
• Participates in medication reconciliation, interdisciplinary rounds, and collaborative treatment planning.

Job description

The Indian Health Service in Pine Ridge Service Unit seeks a Supervisory Pharmacist to lead ambulatory care and hospital pharmacy operations. The role provides strategic direction, oversight of clinical care, staff management, and compliance with regulatory standards to advance patient safety and optimal drug therapy outcomes.

This leadership position emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals while guiding ongoing professional development and ensuring