Pharmacy Health System Director
Position Overview
The Pharmacy Health System Director oversees pharmacy operations across multiple Great Falls Clinic entities, including the acute care pharmacy and the Infusion Pharmacy at Great Falls Clinic Hospital (GFCH).
Responsibilities
- Oversee the integration of pharmacy practice within the hospital system.
- Ensure patients' pharmaceutical needs are effectively met through establishing staffing mix, policies, procedures, standards, and objectives.
- Actively participate in building relationships with providers, staff, and patients by acting as a key customer contact.
- Plan, organize, and direct pharmacy department efforts to monitor the quality of staff performance and the effectiveness of pharmacy programs.
- Manage site finances and participate in departmental budget preparation.
- Ensure patient safety by managing medication use processes including prescribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring patient outcomes.
- Supervise, educate, and evaluate staff members.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Prepare and submit productivity reports.
Requirements
- BS or PharmD from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy.
- 3-5 years of Pharmacy Director experience in a complex health care system.
- Experience using computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and pharmacy information systems.
- Current Pharmacist License in good standing with Montana State Board of Pharmacy.
Qualifications
- Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws governing pharmacy services.
- Proficient in the use and application of new medications and technology.
- Leadership, administrative, human resources, and managerial skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively participate on interdisciplinary teams and committees.
- Business acumen including profit loss understanding, contract negotiations, and GPO function.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of pathophysiology, interpretation of diagnostic criteria, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics.
- Problem-solving ability and analytical thinking.
Benefits
Position Overview
Pay
Salary range is determined by experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time position.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work schedule
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance program
About Us
In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence-based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment, and innovation/technology.
About Great Falls
Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world-class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance.