Directory of Pharmacy

JOB TITLE: Director of Pharmacy

JOB SUMMARY: The Pharmacy Director is responsible for leading and directing pharmacy activities so that the objectives of the pharmacy are consistently and successfully achieved.

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

DIRECT REPORTS: Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

· Establish goals for the pharmacy in conjunction with the Leadership

· Monitor progress towards these goals on a consistent basis, and report results to the Leadership

· Develop and implement plans for the pharmacy growth initiatives.

· Advise supervisor in the finances and budget of the pharmacy.

· Oversee the pharmacy services of the pharmacy, including monitoring internal pharmacy processes and operations.

· Hold clinicians accountable to the organization for decisions affecting consumers.

· Conduct meetings with members of the pharmacy staff at regular intervals.

· Maintain ongoing liaison with all pharmacy staff members in order to obtain their cooperation toward the achievement of the goals of the pharmacy.

· Consult with practitioners in the field as needed to improve organization processes and patient outcomes.

· Ensure ongoing pharmacy compliance with all laws and regulations; ensure that the pharmacy meets or exceeds accreditation standards; and implement ‘’best practices’’ in department activities.

· Delegate authority as necessary to ensure that all responsibilities of this position and pharmacy operations are fulfilled in a timely and accurate manner.

· Perform pharmacist duties (including HD) as needed (see HD/Pharmacist job description)

· Participate in surveys conducted by authorized inspection agencies. Initiate appropriate actions on reports and recommendations provided by authorized inspection agencies.

· Participate in the pharmacy’s Performance Improvement program.

· Participate in membership activities of professional and industry organizations.

· Participate in pharmacy committees when requested.

· Participate in training / education programs provided by the pharmacy.

· Pursue continuing education programs appropriate to job responsibilities and license requirements.

· Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION/SKILLS:

· Ability to organize and plan the activities of subordinates, and to delegate appropriately.

· Organizational skills sufficient to maintain consistently accurate records.

· Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.

· Pharmacy Degree and State Licensure.

· Current knowledge of all applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, rules, and regulations.

· Computer skills that include proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions in this job description:

· The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, as well as talk and hear.

· The employee is required to use their hands to operate vehicles and office equipment.

· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Pharmacy: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person