Pharmacy Health System Director

Surgery Partners, Inc; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Falls Clinic Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Health System Director to oversee pharmacy operations across our hospital system, Infusion Pharmacy, and related sites in Montana. The role focuses on staffing, policy development, and system-wide program integration to maximize patient care and service quality.

The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of Pharmacy Director experience, Montana licensure, and strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and pharmacy information systems.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license in Montana in good standing.
• BS or PharmD from ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy.
• 3–5 years of Pharmacy Director experience in a complex health care system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and pharmacy information systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmacy operations of all Great Falls Clinic entities, GFCH acute care and Infusion Pharmacy.
• Establish staffing mix, policies, procedures, standards and objectives for services.
• Coordinate resources to maximize pharmacy program effectiveness and patient care.
• Build relationships with providers, staff and patients as a key customer contact.
• Plan, organize, and direct pharmacy department efforts to monitor staff performance and program outcomes.
• Manage site finances and participate in the departmental budget.
• Ensure patient safety by overseeing prescribing, dispensing, administration, and monitoring.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Pharmacy operations

Staff management

Communication skills

Budgeting

Education

BS or PharmD

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Job description

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth.

Position Overview

The Pharmacy Health System Director is responsible for overseeing pharmacy operations of all Great Falls Clinic (GFC) entities, Great Falls Clinic Hospital (GFCH) acute care pharmacy and the GFCH Infusion Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Health System Director will also ensure patients pharmaceutical needs are effectively met by establishing staffing mix, policies, procedures, standards and objectives for the provision of services, oversee the integration of pharmacy practice within the hospital system by coordinating resources to provide maximum level of services to patients and the customer, actively participates in building relationship with the providers, staff and patients by acting as a key customer contact, plan organize, and direct pharmacy department efforts to monitor the quality of staff performance and the effectiveness of pharmacy programs, manage sites finances and participate in departmental budget preparation. Responsible for expense and revenue performance of pharmacies and medication management in the GFC/GFCH Market. Ensure patient safety by managing medication use processes including prescribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring patient outcomes. Supervise, educate, and evaluate staff members. Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies. Prepare and submit productivity reports.

Education

• BS or PharmD from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy

Experience

• 3-5 years of Pharmacy Director experience in a complex health care system.
• Experience using computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and pharmacy information systems, required.

License/Certifications

• Current Pharmacist License in good standing with Montana State Board of Pharmacy

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws governing pharmacy services.
• Proficient in the use and application of new medications and technology.
• Leadership, administrative, human resources, and managerial skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively participate on interdisciplinary teams and committees.
• Business acumen including profit loss understanding, contract negotiations and GPO function required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of pathophysiology, interpretation of diagnostic criteria, pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapeutics.
• Problem solving ability and analytical thinking, required.

Notice Of Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Criminal background check
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening

About Us

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology.

About Great Falls

Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.