Pharmacy Operations Supervisor

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 233,589,000 - 311,441,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is seeking a pharmacist for Pharmacy Operations and Medication Management in Pleasanton, CA. You will manage inventory, oversee dispensing and compounding, and ensure regulatory compliance across federal and state guidelines.

The role involves leading automation initiatives, policy development, and collaboration with other departments to optimize medication use and patient outcomes. A Pharm.D.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited school.
• Post-graduate residency training preferred or equivalent practice experience.
• 3+ years to 5 years in pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storage of medications and supplies.
• Oversee the preparation and dispensing of medications, including IV admixtures and other compounded products.
• Develop and implement pharmacy policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize medication use and patient outcomes.
• Lead or participate in automation, formulary optimization, and process redesign.
• Monitor KPIs such as dispensing accuracy, inventory turnover, and staffing productivity.
• Oversee pharmacy automation and information systems and participate in upgrades/validation.
• Implement and manage medication therapy management programs.
• Directly supervise and mentor pharmacy technicians.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Leadership

Process improvement

Education

Pharm.D. degree

Post-graduate residency training

Job description

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Locations

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

What you will do

Pharmacy Operations & Medication Management

• Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storage of medications and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding the handling, storage, and dispensing of controlled substances.
• Oversee the preparation and dispensing of medications, including sterile and non-sterile products such as intravenous (IV) admixtures and other compounded products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with protocols.
• Ensure compliance with compounding practices in accordance with USP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement pharmacy policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize medication use, budget, resource planning and improve patient outcomes.
• Lead or participate in clinical or operational innovation projects, including automation, formulary optimization, and process redesign.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as medication availability, dispensing accuracy, inventory turnover, and staffing productivity.
• Analyze medication-use data to identify optimization opportunities; lead or participate in improvement initiatives and formal change management.
• Oversee pharmacy automation and information systems (e.g., inventory automation, barcode verification, electronic health record interfaces) and participate in system upgrades or validation activities.
• Implement and manage medication therapy management programs.

Technician Team Supervision

• Directly supervise, mentor, and coordinate the daily activities of pharmacy technicians.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages professional development.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, and evaluation of pharmacy personnel.

Inventory Control & Purchasing

• Manage medication and supply inventory, including ordering, receiving, and proper storage of pharmaceuticals and department supplies.
• Coordinate and execute annual drug inventories at all pharmacy locations.
• Oversee the inventory control system, including management of pharmaceutical purchases and departmental supply chain needs.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding the handling, storage, and dispensing of controlled substances, including accurate record-keeping.

Education & Training

• Provide education and training to pharmacy staff, healthcare providers, and patients regarding medication use and safety.
• Conduct regular training and competency assessments for staff involved in sterile and non-sterile compounding and Tech-Check-Tech program.
• Remain current with advancements in pharmacy practice and medication therapies.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to pharmacy operations, including controlled substances and sterile and non-sterile compounding.
• Analyze medication use data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct regular audits and quality assurance activities to ensure adherence to standards.
• Prepare for and participate in regulatory inspections and audits.
• Participate in research initiatives and quality improvement projects related to pharmacy services.

Education Qualifications

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school Required Post-graduate residency training preferred or equivalent practice experience Preferred Experience Qualifications 3+ years to 5 years in pharmacy operations Required Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The drive, to learn, inspire, influence and educate others with humility while being assertive in advocating for the department of pharmacy yet cooperative with other leaders, physicians, and clinicians Executing the Oath of a Pharmacist along with the department of pharmacy’s mission and vision by serving as a role model and by leading necessary changes in collaboration with pharmacy leadership Excellent innovation, critical thinking, conflict resolution, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Licenses and Certifications

BLS - Basic Life Support required . These principles apply to ALL employees:

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families.

C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience

C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $81.52 - $108.69 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.