Pharmacy Operations & Education Manager

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium in Alaska is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to oversee clinical and operational pharmacy services within an assigned area, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant medication use with adequate staffing.

The manager leads programs, supervises staff, and participates in the ANTHC balanced scorecard while maintaining regulatory standards and supporting continuous improvement in patient care.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college.
• Current State of Alaska Pharmacy License or legal equivalent.
• Experience in hospital or ambulatory pharmacy settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for assigned pharmacy services.
• Maintain proficiency by direct participation in pharmacy operations and clinical activities as needed to support patient care.
• Serve as Pharmacist in Charge of the respective pharmacy.
• Implements workforce plans that align with departmental and organizational goals; manages staffing, scheduling, and daily personnel needs within the assigned area.
• Identifies, implements, and monitors process improvement initiatives to support the development and validation of pharmacy services and operations.
• Maintains systems to track and report quality, safety, and performance metrics for assigned services.
• Manages daily operations and supports short- and mid-range planning for the assigned area; schedules and oversees assigned staff.
• Maintains regular participation in direct pharmacy operations and, as applicable, clinical care activities to support patient care, staff development, workflow demands, and implementation of new services within the assigned area.
• Assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Pharmacy in their absence and assists in performing supervisory and management functions for the pharmacy department in coordination with pharmacy leadership.
• Performs clinical pharmaceutical care for pharmacy patients in collaboration with other pharmacists, physicians, other healthcare providers and patients in an accurate and timely manner.
• Manages inventory of controlled and non-controlled substances, ensuring compliance, accountability, and fiscal responsibility.
• Reviews and authorizes pharmacy technician activities. Responsible for any delegated act performed by pharmacy technicians.
• Prepares and maintains operational reports, including activity, quality improvement, and financial metrics; contributes to budget development, service planning, and performance reporting as requested.
• Supports and maintains pharmacy information systems and automated dispensing technologies, ensuring functionality, security, and operational effectiveness.
• Participates in and leads interdepartmental committees and initiatives to advance pharmacy practice and patient care standards.
• Leads and executes assigned projects within the department or service area, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve defined objectives.
• Ensures compliance with the regulatory and practice standards of pharmaceutical care.
• Implements departmental goals and priorities by assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring accountability within the team.
• Supports staff development through training, coaching, performance evaluations, and corrective action as needed.
• Contributes to workforce development efforts, including recruitment, onboarding, and retention activities, in collaboration with pharmacy leadership and human resources.
• Utilizes data and performance metrics to inform operational decisions and improve service delivery; prepares reports and summaries for leadership review.
• Supports pharmacy emergency preparedness, crisis response, and disaster recovery plans, ensuring continuous operational integrity for the assigned area.
• Provides operational leadership and decision-making within the assigned scope, escalating issues as appropriate to pharmacy leadership.
• Performs duties reflecting team-oriented approaches and embodies ANTHC Core values, always maintaining professionalism.
• Manages projects and performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Pharmaceutical care

Regulatory compliance

Budget and reporting

Leadership and staff development

Clinical pharmacy operations

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Quality improvement

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD)

Alaska Pharmacist license / eligibility

Job description

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium in Alaska is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to oversee clinical and operational pharmacy services within an assigned area, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant medication use with adequate staffing.

The manager leads programs, supervises staff, and participates in the ANTHC balanced scorecard while maintaining regulatory standards and supporting continuous improvement in patient care.