Pharmacy Director

Encompass Health; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Pharmacy Director to lead the pharmacy department with a focus on patient care, safety, and operational excellence. You will oversee staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive improvements in medication management in a rehabilitative hospital setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with hospital leadership, budget stewardship, and continuous education to support high-quality care for our patients and families.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree from a US-accredited program or international equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the pharmacy department's operations, including scheduling and process improvements.
• Provide direct patient and pharmaceutical care.
• Educate staff on pharmaceutical care and medication management.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and national regulations.
• Collaborate on budgeting for staffing, drugs, and supplies.
• Participate in hospital committees such as QA, formulary, and safety.
• Stay current with medications and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Pharmacy degree (US-accredited or equivalent)

Job description

Pharmacy Director Career Opportunity

Acknowledge and Appreciate for Your Expertise as Pharmacy Director

Are you a passionate Pharmacy Director eager to excel in a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart? Encompass Health, the nation's largest in-patient rehabilitation company, invites you to explore an opportunity that aligns with your commitment to enhancing healthcare in your local community. In this critical role, you will ensure the safe and efficient provision of pharmacy services, leading a team with cutting‑edge equipment and technology. Join us on a journey that not only advances your professional goals but also provides a warm, supportive team environment, along with a comprehensive benefits package from day one.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the \"World's Most Admired Companies\" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks And Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.


• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.


• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuing education.


• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.


• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.


• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Be the Pharmacy Director You've Always Strived to Be

• Convey the mission of the hospital and organization to pharmacy staff, holding them accountable for performance, while motivating them to enhance and develop their capabilities.


• Oversee the pharmacy department's operations, including scheduling, continuous assessment, and the implementation of process improvements to optimize department performance.


• Provide direct patient and pharmaceutical care.


• Demonstrate and maintain competence in clinical health system pharmacy practices, including antimicrobial stewardship, non‑sterile and sterile drug preparation, controlled substances, hospital pharmacy accreditation, anticoagulation drug therapy management, and medication safety.


• Educate staff on pharmaceutical care and medication management, ensuring the pharmacy consistently complies with local, state, and national regulations.


• Stay current with new medications, indications, and evidence‑based medicine. Collaborate with the Controller to prepare and manage departmental budgets for staffing, drugs, and supplies.


• Actively serve and lead various hospital committees, including Quality Assurance, Formulary, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, MEC, and Safety, as needed.


• Celebrate the achievements and victories of our dedicated employees along the way.

License Or Certification

• Licensed in good standing by the State Pharmacy Board for the State in which the hospital is located.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a pharmacy degree from a U.S.-accredited program or from an international program evaluated by a recognized certifying agency as substantially equivalent to U.S. accreditation standards required.


• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post‑acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

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