Pharmacy Operations Manager

Direct Jobs; Columbus (NC); On-site; USD 115,872 - 215,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well‑being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Columbus, NC is seeking a Pharmacist leader to manage pharmacy operations across assigned areas, including staffing, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with campus leaders. The role emphasizes medication safety, budget oversight and patient-centered care.

The position requires a Doctorate in Pharmacy and a current Pharmacist license, with BCPS and CPh preferred. Experience in large hospital systems and residency mentorship is valued.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist (RPH) required.
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) preferred.
• Pharmacy Consultant (CPh) preferred.
• Budgeting/cost control responsibilities in pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and programs of assigned pharmacy areas, including staffing, hiring, terminations, evaluations, and coaching for pharmacy technicians and pharmacists.
• Schedules pharmacy employees to meet productivity targets and department objectives.
• Acts as liaison to campus leadership to resolve medication-related issues and execute campus strategies.
• Ensures regulatory compliance with state, federal, and other bodies; oversees medication distribution and inventory management.
• Preceptor/educator for residency and student programs; participates in dispensing and compounding activities.

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy

Master’s in Pharmacy/Healthcare Leadership

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well‑being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

101 HOSPITAL DR

City:

COLUMBUS

State:

North Carolina

Postal Code:

28722

Job Description:

Manages operations and programs of assigned pharmacy areas, including staffing, hiring, terminations, evaluations, and coaching for pharmacy technicians and pharmacists. Schedules pharmacy employees to meet productivity targets and department objectives. Acts as a liaison to campus leadership to resolve medication‑related issues and execute campus strategies. Communicates effectively with campus leaders and medical staff to promote cooperation and efficiency in providing patient pharmacy care needs. Ensures department compliance with all state, federal, and other regulatory body requirements, serving as Consultant of Record with the state Board of Pharmacy as applicable. Manages medication distribution, optimizes medication utilization, minimizes product waste, maximizes inventory turns, and enhances staff productivity. Maintains a practice environment consistent with contemporary hospital practices, patient‑centered clinical services, traditional therapeutics, professional standards, and pharmacy innovations. Ensures medication preparation and distribution systems align with evidence‑based best practices and comply with all healthcare regulatory requirements and applicable laws. Assists the Director of Pharmacy with budget preparation and manages assigned budgets and financial resources, including cost control and surveillance programs. Collaborates with healthcare providers and decentralized pharmacy staff to deliver patient‑centered care and appropriate medication therapy. Performs other duties as assigned. Serves as a preceptor/educator for pharmacy residency and student experiential education programs, maintaining proficiency in preceptor roles and active education/mentorship skills. Performs all pharmacist functions, maintains proficiency by staffing in operational programs, and participates in dispensing and compounding activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• N/A

Education:

• Doctorate [Required]

• Master’s [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in pharmacy

• in health administration, pharmacy, pharmacy administration, business administration, or other advanced degree in pharmacy or healthcare leadership

Work Experience:

• 1+ years of pharmaceutical experience [Preferred]

• 5+ years of pharmacy practice experience in a large hospital (greater than 500 bed institution) and integrated healthcare system (three or more hospitals in system) [Preferred]

• PGY‑1 pharmacy resident or equivalent experience [Preferred]

• PGY2 Specialty Residency or Fellowship or equivalent experience. [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist (RPH) [Required]

• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) [Preferred]

• Pharmacy Consultant (CPh) [Preferred]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range:

$115,872.33 - $215,534.93

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.