Manager, Pharmacy Operations - Pharmacy - University Hospital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Alabama is seeking a pharmacist-leader to support the hospital pharmacy operations in Mobile, AL. The role involves ensuring 24-hour accountability, staffing optimization, and compliance with state and national standards.

Qualified candidates will have a PharmD or PharmD-equivalent, a valid Alabama license, and hospital experience. Leadership and communication skills are essential for directing personnel and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited school.
• At least 5 years of pharmacy experience, including hospital setting.
• Pharmacist licensed in Alabama upon hire (PHARMD).
• Controlled Substance Registration Certificate (CSRC) upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists director in 24-hour accountability for hospital pharmacy operations.
• Manages staffing levels and skill mix; completes staffing schedules.
• Oversees personnel functions: recruitment, hiring, evaluations, and education.
• Ensures compliance with USP 797/800 and Joint Commission standards.
• Develops quality improvement initiatives and evals staff performance.

Skills

Communication skills

IV admixture

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

PharmD

Alabama Pharmacist License

CSRC Certificate

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Assists director in holding 24-hour accountability for the operation of hospital pharmacy.
• Utilizes all available resources to assure effective performance of the department.
• Provides appropriate staffing levels and skill mix to support departmental functions by completing departmental staffing schedule.
• Assists director in personnel functions for the department, i.e., recruitment, hiring, disciplinary actions, evaluations, counseling, and education and follows university and hospital policy related to personnel functions.
• Monitors work performance of staff and advises Pharmacy Director of performance issues and progress of new staff members.
• Provides training of personnel and ensures staff are competent to carry out their essential functions.
• Provides ongoing pharmacy team member developmental training.
• Abides by USP 797/800 standards and assists Compliance manager in ensuring processes are followed appropriately.
• Evaluates workflow of the Pharmacy and devises strategies for efficiency.
• Initiate and implement quality improvement projects in the pharmacy.
• Assumes responsibility for Pharmacy when Pharmacy Director is not available.
• Procure narcotics for the department and maintain appropriate records in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Assigns work and directly supervises daily activities in the pharmacy to ensure that the work is completed in a timely manner.
• Oversees Pharmacy inventory and works with Pharmacy Purchaser to ensure that products and supplies are sufficient to meet department and hospital demands.
• Supports all personnel as valuable assets to the institution.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, coaches and mentors staff.
• Serves as professional role model for all staff.
• Able to maintain a professional demeanor and confidentiality in regard to personnel matters
• Exercises sound judgement under pressure
• Proficient with automated dispensing cabinets and electronic medical records
• Thorough knowledge of State Board of Pharmacy regulations, DEA requirements, Joint Commission standards
• Uses data to improve productivity, quality, and patient care
• Delivers constructive feedback professionally
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendanceAbility to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in pharmacy or Pharm D. from an accredited school of Pharmacy and 5 years of pharmacy experience, 1 of which was in a hospital setting Required
• Management experience Preferred
• PHARMD - Licensed Pharmacist in the state of Alabama Upon Hire Required and
• CSRC - Controlled Substance Registration Certificate Upon Hire Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• IV admixture compounding IV admixture compounding

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.