Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager (Licensed Pharmacist Required) - McLeod Health Pharmacy Services - McLeod - Florence - FT / 8a - 4:30p

Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager McLeod Pharmacy Services

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Vice President of Pharmacy, the Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager is responsible for leadership of ambulatory clinical programs, formulary processes, medication utilization, clinical education programs, and personnel activities of ambulatory pharmacy services. This position entails aligning ambulatory medication practices and leading clinical pharmacy programs to expand, integrate, and sustain medication management while improving patient outcomes.

Job responsibilities include those listed in competency document.

Maintains a professional image, leads by example and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and other colleagues in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values.

Demonstrates leadership and commitment to the quality management system by:

promoting the use of the process approach and risk-based thinking;

engaging, directing and supporting persons to contribute to the effectiveness of the quality management system

Demonstrates competency in staff management including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and supervision to meet patient needs. Adheres to hospital policies associated with HR and personnel management including but not limited to PEP, FMLA, ADA, EAP, etc. for assigned staff.

Participates in development, supervision and coordination of pharmacy programs throughout the ambulatory practices & programs.

Reviews problems and incidents affecting efficient and safe operation of department with supervisory personnel; assists same with scheduling, workflows, equipment utilization, supply wastage, etc.

Participates in pharmacy operations/distribution activities as assigned.

Responsible for staff development to maintain a competent, efficient, and highly professional staff. Oversees development of in-service training programs to ensure maintenance and growth of staff education in all pertinent aspects of drugs and drug delivery.

Maintains cooperative working relationships with various personnel and physicians in order to resolve problems, enhance smooth delivery of pharmacy services, and plan for the future of ambulatory clinic medication needs.

Participates in, and may serve as chairperson of, various multidisciplinary committees, as assigned.

Functions within the job description of pharmacists they oversee.

Provide oversight for all aspects of medication management within the ambulatory clinic setting, including procurement, dispensing, storage, administration, and monitoring.

Collaborate with medical staff and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy, ensuring safe and effective medication use.

Achieve and comply with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, including applicable state and federal laws.

Register as Pharmacist In Charge with the SC Board of Pharmacy for location(s) as assigned.

Remain current with evidence-based practices, guidelines, and regulations to guide clinical and operational decision-making and ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Collaborate with pharmacy leadership to optimize ambulatory medication formulary, utilization, and purchasing practices, balancing clinical effectiveness with fiscal responsibility.

Oversee Ambulatory Pharmacy Residency Program operations and participate in precepting through the longitudinal management/leadership rotations.

Complies with ASHP preceptor requirements and completes required documentation for assigned rotations.

Manage routine preparation and monitoring of pharmacy workload and productivity reports to achieve key metrics.

Implement organizational changes.

Foster a culture of innovation to achieve results across the pharmacy enterprise.

Precept learners.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: 80 Hours Biweekly. Full Time

Qualifications /Training:

Minimum of 3 years prior job-related experience, required

Ability to work efficiently independently and in group settings, required

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:

BS or PharmD Degree from an accredited school of pharmacy, required

Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy OR eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in the state of South Carolina, required. Licensure required within 3 months of hire