Director of Pharmacy
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Job Location:
Vernal, UT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 146900 - 198000
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Director of Pharmacy
An established Joint Commissionaccredited rural hospital is seeking an experienced Director of Pharmacy to lead pharmacy operations and clinical services. This role offers the opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on impact in a close-knit healthcare environment dedicated to exceptional patient care.
The Director of Pharmacy plays a critical leadership role in ensuring safe effective and compliant medication management while supporting organizational goals staff development and evidence-based clinical practice.
Position Overview
The Director of Pharmacy is responsible for the overall leadership administration and operation of the pharmacy department. This includes clinical oversight regulatory compliance staff management budgeting and quality improvement. The role ensures pharmacy services align with clinical legal ethical and organizational standards while supporting high-quality patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
Direct and manage all pharmacy department activities to meet departmental and organizational objectives.
Develop implement and evaluate departmental goals policies and performance standards.
Oversee daily operations including patient care delivery service levels and issue resolution.
Integrate evidence-based practices into pharmacy operations and clinical protocols.
Staff Management
Plan hire orient train evaluate and develop pharmacy staff.
Manage scheduling performance reviews corrective actions and continuing education.
Foster a professional environment that supports growth accountability and collaboration.
Compliance & Quality
Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations and standards (e.g. Joint Commission HIPAA state and federal pharmacy laws).
Coordinate and lead internal and external audits.
Maintain quality assurance and medication safety initiatives.
Financial Management
Prepare monitor and manage the pharmacy department budget.
Ensure operations remain within allocated funding while maintaining service quality.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Current Utah Pharmacist License (active and in good standing).
Bachelors degree in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school.
Demonstrated leadership experience in hospital or healthcare pharmacy operations.
Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance medication safety and clinical standards.
Excellent leadership communication and decision-making skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
Prior experience leading pharmacy operations in a hospital or rural healthcare setting.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $146900 $198000
$20000 Sign-On Bonus
Medical dental and vision insurance options
Life accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Paid family leave and generous paid time off
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Tuition assistance certification support and loan assistance
Wellness programs including mental health support virtual care and fitness benefits
Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
Required Skills:
Required Qualifications Current Utah Pharmacist License (active and in good standing). Bachelors degree in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school. Demonstrated leadership experience in hospital or healthcare pharmacy operations. Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance medication safety and clinical standards. Excellent leadership communication and decision-making skills. Preferred Qualifications Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. Prior experience leading pharmacy operations in a hospital or rural healthcare setting.
Required Education:
Current Utah Pharmacist License (active and in good standing).Bachelors degree in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
