Pharmacy Informatics Supervisor

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, seeks a Pharmacy Informatics Supervisor to oversee medication-use technologies and clinical information systems, driving safety, efficiency, and compliance across the hospital.

You will lead automation initiatives, partner with interdisciplinary teams, and advance informatics aligned with institutional goals and regulatory requirements, reporting to the Director of Pharmacy Services.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree required.
• Licensed or eligible for DC pharmacist registration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workflow analysis for pharmacy and medication-use information systems.
• Lead build, implementation, and maintenance of automation to optimize pharmacy practice.
• Evaluate new automation and tech solutions to enhance workflow and safety.
• Analyze data to support clinical and operational decision-making.
• Lead change management for IS standardization initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Medication Safety Officer to improve patient safety and compliance.
• Coordinate with IT teams to optimize hardware, software and interfaces.
• Develop education for pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and others on EHR and workflows.

Skills

MS Office

Access

Excel

Communication

Organization

Negotiation

Education

PharmD

Tools

Cerner

Pyxis

MacroHelix

Pharmogistics

Job description

Howard University Hospital | Washington, DC

Role Summary

As the Pharmacy Informatics Supervisor at Howard University Hospital, you will oversee the integration, optimization, and support of medication-use technologies and clinical information systems that keep our pharmacy operations safe, efficient, and compliant. Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy Services, you will sit at the intersection of clinical practice, information technology, and data analytics — leading automation initiatives, partnering with interdisciplinary teams to standardize processes, and driving continuous improvement of pharmacy informatics in alignment with institutional goals and regulatory requirements.

If you are a clinically grounded pharmacist with deep experience in pharmacy systems and a passion for using technology and data to advance medication safety, this is your opportunity to make a system-wide impact at one of the nation’s most storied academic medical centers.

What You’ll Do

• Lead ongoing workflow analysis and continuous quality improvement initiatives across pharmacy and medication-use information systems to optimize efficiency and advance medication safety
• Supervise the build, implementation, and maintenance of automation and technology that optimize pharmacy practice, pharmacy systems, and the medication-use process across the hospital
• Evaluate new automation and technology solutions to enhance pharmacy workflow efficiency and increase medication safety
• Analyze and reinforce the use of data to support clinical and operational decision-making
• Lead and facilitate change management for pharmacy and medication-use IS standardization initiatives
• Partner with the Medication Safety Officer through incident review and chart auditing to identify opportunities for process change or targeted education that improve patient safety and ensure regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, cohesive delivery of pharmacy software hospital-wide
• Partner with ITS and IT teams to optimize hardware, software applications, and interfaces in support of better outcomes
• Develop education and communication for pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other disciplines covering EHR functionality, pharmacy system workflows, and policy or protocol changes
• Promote adherence to the Health Sciences Compliance Program, the Howard University Code of Ethics, the Health Sciences Standards of Conduct, and HIPAA; maintain strict confidentiality of patients, families, and staff

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree required
• Registration as a pharmacist in the District of Columbia, or eligibility for registry through reciprocity
• Ten (10) years as a hospital pharmacist with at least three to five (3–5) years of experience managing pharmacy information systems; or five (5) years as a hospital pharmacist plus completion of a PGY-2 residency in pharmacy clinical informatics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Access and Excel
• Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills
• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills, with the ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
• Ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders with competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience
• Clinical or informatics certification
• Experience with Cerner
• Experience with Pyxis, MacroHelix, Pharmogistics, or other inventory management software

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition remission at Howard University for you and/or eligible dependent children — up to two (2) courses per semester
• A mission-driven environment rooted in over 150 years of excellence, service, and advocacy for the communities we serve

About Howard University Hospital

Howard University Hospital (HUH) is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. With a legacy dating back to 1862 — when it operated as Freedmen’s Hospital, providing care and refuge to those who had been denied it elsewhere — HUH has grown into one of the most comprehensive healthcare facilities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and is a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center. Today, HUH continues its proud tradition of delivering exemplary, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care to the community, while providing exceptional learning and professional development opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Position Details

Department: Pharmacy Services

Reports To: Director, Pharmacy Services

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Full-Time | Schedule may vary; primarily days with occasional evening, weekend, or holiday coverage based on operational needs

Pay & Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary range: $119,558 – $191,277 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care

Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Pay Transparency

Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.