Hospital Pharmacy Director

Qualifications

• Oversees all functions related to delivery of pharmacy services and develop, recommend, and implement pharmacy policies and procedures
• Ensures pharmacy operations are compliant with hospital policies and procedures
• Ensures pharmacy operations are in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations
• Ensures pharmacy operations are in compliance with other regulatory bodies (The Joint Commission, EPA, FDA, and DEA)
• Completes Pharmacy Operational Reviews at a minimum quarterly with Hospital Administration
• Orders pharmaceuticals as needed to maintain inventory levels
• Provides training and guidance to personnel to ensure quality of patient care and high level of customer satisfaction
• Remains knowledgeable of the latest research developments concerning new drugs and drug usage
• Maintains contact with other department needs, medical staff, and nursing staff to determine needs, resolve problems, improve processes and promote effective drug therapy
• Leads and directs the work of others
• Develops staff in a mentoring and coaching way
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Use of a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Performs other tasks as assigned

Required Experience & Education

• Advanced degree in Pharmacy required
• Master of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm D preferred
• At least three (3) years of experience in discipline required
• Ten years of experience in discipline preferred
• Knowledge of principals related to pharmaceutical preparation and practices
• Licensed Pharmacist listed by the State Board of Pharmacy
• Two years' experience as a pharmacist
• Minimum one year management experience
• Strong leadership skills