Pharmacy Manager

Ascension; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare)

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance and transportation perks

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a pharmacy services leader to drive national ambulatory care strategies, standardize practices across markets, and elevate patient safety and outcomes.

You will oversee performance improvement initiatives, budgets, and compliance, while guiding pharmacy talent development and education programs. This full-time remote role supports Ascension's patient-centered mission.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in ambulatory care pharmacy administration or completion of a Health System Pharmacy Administration residency program.
• Active pharmacist license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• PGY2 ambulatory care preferred.
• Strong leadership and budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides national leadership and operational oversight of ambulatory care pharmacy services across all Ascension markets.
• Develops and implements performance improvement initiatives focusing on medication safety, medication use evaluations, Pharmacoeconomics, and quality outcomes.
• Coordinates competency assessments, training, and professional development for pharmacists, pharmacy residents, and students.
• Develops and manages departmental budgets, monitors financial performance and productivity, and identifies opportunities for operational efficiency and program growth.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations and Board of Pharmacy requirements, conducts compliance audits, and participates in organizational committees.

Skills

Leadership

Medication safety

Quality improvement

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy

Active pharmacist license in good standing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Remote
• Department: Ascension Pharmacy Services
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time Monday-Friday

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provides national leadership and operational oversight of ambulatory care pharmacy services across all Ascension markets, standardizing practices and supporting market-level managers.
• Develops and implements performance improvement initiatives focused on medication safety, medication use evaluations, Pharmacoeconomics, and quality outcomes.
• Coordinates competency assessments, training, and professional development for pharmacists, pharmacy residents, and students.
• Develops and manages departmental budgets, monitors financial performance and productivity, and identifies opportunities for operational efficiency and program growth.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations and Board of Pharmacy requirements, conducts compliance audits, and participates in organizational committees.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Pharmacist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed. Must possess all state and local qualifications.

Education

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.

Work Experience

• 3 years of experience required OR a graduate from an accredited Health System Pharmacy Administration residency program required.

Additional Preferences

• Must hold an active pharmacist license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Preferred: Minimum of 5 years of ambulatory care experience, ideally with a PGY2 residency in Ambulatory Care.
• Preferred: At least 3 years of management experience directly within an ambulatory care or clinic setting.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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