Director of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

The Director, Pharmacy plans, organizes and directs all functions of the hospital pharmacy services. This job assures all legal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements are maintained at the best demonstrated practice.

The Director, Pharmacy maintains a professional presence throughout the hospital and develops relationships with hospital clinical and non-clinical leaders.

This job assures pharmacy services and activities are carried out to meet goals and standards of both Cardinal Health and the client / hospital.

In addition to providing managerial leadership to the pharmacy, the Director, Pharmacy maintains financial responsibility for the pharmacy and ensures the department delivers on hospital goals and objectives.

Develop, maintain, and update a pharmacy Policy and Procedure manual for the department.

Direct involvement and oversight of the 340B Program as it relates to the Pharmacy and active participation in the hospital committee.

Establish and lead the hospital P&T committee, assuring (but not limited to) the following items are part of the committee meetings : current drug trends, formulary additions, formulary deletions, annual formulary approval, non-formulary drug use, drug shortages, cost control initiatives, updates to the Policy and Procedure manual, annual review of order sets and protocols, black box warning, ADR reporting, pharmacy intervention reporting, controlled substance audit reporting, automation reporting.

Develop and maintain an Antibiotic Stewardship program, in conjunction with multidisciplinary team members.

Participate in hospital committee meetings necessary to enhance practice and patient care.

Meet or exceed all Accreditation Bodies (HFAP,TJC, DNV, CMS, BOP) standards related to pharmacy.

Assure there is a process for patient and department charges, and that they are accurately and timely posted to accounts.

Purchase drugs and supplies in accordance with GPO bids and Cardinal Health best demonstrated practices.

Develop and maintain information systems and other technology applications within the Pharmacy.

Use Econotherapeutic best practices in formulary and cost control.

Use Cardinal Health applications like DCOA, to analyze data and manage clinical initiatives.

Responsible for all drug storage areas in accordance with legal and best demonstrated practice.

Develop and oversee preparation and delivery of medication throughout the hospital.

Establish standards and training for sterile product preparation in compliance with USP 795 / 797 / 800 non-sterile and sterile preparation standards, including annual review of master formulation records.

Design, implement, maintain all pharmacy quality activities.

Design, implement, and maintain medication safety program.

Achieve acceptable scores on operations assessments / audits (PPA, Regulatory, Accreditation, BOP, etc).

Manage the activities and performance of pharmacists, technicians, students, and interns.

Recruit, hire, retain, and separate employees.

Arrange / conduct hospital and pharmacy orientation for new hires within 60 days.

Develop and implement a training and competency program for all staff and maintain records of those completed competencies.

Manage the pharmacy budget and all aspects related to the financial program.

Reconcile financial information and communicate on a timely basis.

Assure approval of MUE criteria, perform MUE, and report results in committee meetings.

Assure adequate control and documentation of controlled substances.

Has Power of Attorney to order Schedule II drugs.

Develop and perform a process for all drug recalls.

Lead departmental meetings, in-services, and quality improvement programs.

Maintains all required training and education per department requirements (e.g. mySpark, myLearning, Continuing Education).

Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, fire, and infection control.

Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations.

Maintains safety-integrity-professionalism of pharmacy at all times.

Provide in-services to staff and hospital professional staff.

Assure acquisition and renewal of all pharmacy licenses and permits and staff licenses.

Annually review licenses for staff via Board of Pharmacy website.

Direct monthly medication area inspections and have supporting documentation.

Conducts periodic staff meetings.

Perform special projects as requested.

Perform as Staff Pharmacist as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Graduate of college of Pharmacy accredited by ACPE or equivalent.

Must be in good standing with the Alabama board of pharmacy and / or eligible for licensure in the state of Alabama.

Inpatient / hospital experience highly preferred.

Management experience highly preferred.

340B experience highly preferred.

Cerner experience preferred.

Omnicell and Pyxis experience preferred.

Ability to see, hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.

Excellent planning, organizing and leadership skills.

Strong customer orientation and negotiation skills.

Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation.

Customer / vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview.

Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and / or business support staff.

Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals.

Ensures employees operate within guidelines.

Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers.

Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management.

Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and / or projects.

Gains consensus from various parties involved.

Anticipated salary range : $118,000 - $177,030.

Bonus eligible : Yes

Benefits : Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close : 09 / 16 / 2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.