Director of Pharmacy

The Director of Pharmacy is responsible for overseeing all medication storage and preparation in the health system or organization.  The director of pharmacy ensures that the pharmacy provides optimal services; meets all legal, accreditation, and certification requirements; and complies with all applicable policies, procedures, codes, and standards of the organization.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESDevelops and enforces policies and procedures that promote cost-effective, appropriate, and safe medication use Develops and maintains a medical staff-approved formulary Supervises medication storage and preparation areas throughout the facility Provides for the educational needs of health care professionals, patients, and their families Ensures maintenance of an adequate medication supply Ensures the integrity of the medication supply Establishes specifications for the procurement of medications, chemicals, and biologicals Ensures strict control and accountability for medications dispensed to patients or distributed to floor stock Ensures preparation and submission of patient charges and financial reports to administration in accordance with policy Administers reports, documents, payroll records, statistical surveys, and other required data Ensures compliance with health system policies and procedures that apply to pharmacy services Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations

REQUIREMENTSBS Pharmacy Degree, Masters level preferred ASHP approved residency program, preferred Current NYS License/Registration Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in an institutional pharmacy environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of applicable current legal codes and regulations and JACHO standards Computer competency required

 

Salary up to $120,000 depending on experience (flexible$)