Senior Director of Pharmacy for Systemwide Leadership

UnitedHealth Group

Gallup (NM)

On-site

USD 113,000 - 193,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package
401k contribution
Equity stock purchase

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group (CPS, Optum family) seeks a Director of Pharmacy to oversee system-wide operations across multiple hospitals. You will lead strategic pharmacy services, ensure compliance, and guide a full support team.

This high-impact role requires a PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy, NM licensure, and proven leadership. You will shape clinical protocols, manage formularies, and partner with executives to advance analytics and innovative care across the health system.

Qualifications

  • Requires a B.S. or PharmD from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy
  • Current Licensed Pharmacist in New Mexico
  • Experience with pharmacy information systems and related software
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws governing pharmacy services

Responsibilities

  • Provide system-wide strategic leadership for pharmacy services across multiple hospitals and care settings
  • Optimize and standardize medication use practices and formulary management
  • Lead and develop pharmacy leadership teams and ensure accountability
  • Ensure enterprise-wide regulatory and accreditation compliance
  • Oversee system-level financial performance including contracting, purchasing and cost-reduction
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and external partners to support integrated care
  • Drive innovation, analytics and new models of care across the health system

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Problem solving
Analytical thinking
Contract negotiations

Education

B.S. or PharmD (ACPE-accredited)

Tools

Pharmacy information systems
Pharmacy software
Word processing
Spreadsheets

Job description

UnitedHealth Group (CPS, Optum family) seeks a Director of Pharmacy to oversee system-wide operations across multiple hospitals. You will lead strategic pharmacy services, ensure compliance, and guide a full support team.

This high-impact role requires a PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy, NM licensure, and proven leadership. You will shape clinical protocols, manage formularies, and partner with executives to advance analytics and innovative care across the health system.

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