Manager of Pharmacy Services

Introduction Are you ready to manage in a new era as a Manager of Pharmacy Services where building a healthier tomorrow is more than a job? Our Medical City Fort Worth team is committed to partnership, innovation, legacy and improving more lives in more ways. Share your resume today. Benefits Medical City Fort Worth offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits ( Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are dedicated to improving human life. Each year about five percent of all U.S. hospital services happen at an HCA Healthcare facility. Be an impact as a Manager of Pharmacy Services where your passion for leading and creativity are valued? We want your knowledge and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications Under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy, the Manager of Pharmacy Services is responsible for designing, implementing and managing the pharmacy clinical programs. This includes formulary management, policy and procedure development and education across the healthcare spectrum. The Manager shall also assist in managing the pharmacy when the Pharmacy Director or designee is unavailable. Primary Responsibilities You will identify, design and analyze drug utilization reviews to promote rational drug therapy and determine action plan based on results. You will develop, manage and mentor pharmacy clinical programs such as drug consults, nutrition support, pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, pain management, IV to PO, renal dosing and other programs as determined appropriate based on patient population and literature guidelines. You will develop, manage and mentor antimicrobial management program (AMP). You will be responsible for design, analysis and reporting of adverse drug reactions, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives and mentor others in their roles for these programs. You will maintain appropriate controlled substance records and work with the Pharmacy Director to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards. You will comply with all regulatory standards and work with the Pharmacy Director and Operations Manager to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all regulatory standards. You will participate in quality and regulatory reviews and audits. You will work with the Director to establish pharmacy goals and objectives and be responsible for implementation and monitoring. You will be responsible for managing and monitoring the drug formulary. You will be responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of pharmacy clinical initiatives and share pharmacy operation responsibility with Pharmacy Operations Manager. You will be responsible for the development and review of pharmacy policies and procedures. You will interpret orders and transcribe or verify them accurately and efficiently into the pharmacy computer system. You will accurately compound and dispense pharmaceuticals. You will comply with facility policy and procedures and regulatory requirements. You will monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug‑food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose. You will provide clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners and suggest appropriate, cost‑effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed. You will support participation in daily multidisciplinary and bedside rounds. (you may need to attend). You will provide accurate and timely medication information to healthcare staff and patients. You will document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely. You will develop and manage specialty pharmacy practice programs related to clinical pharmacy services. You will provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems. You will participate with various nursing and medical staff committees as necessary. You will be responsible for development and review of physician order sets and other evidence-based medication use guidelines. You will be responsible for routine publication of the pharmacy newsletter and/or other forms of written and electronic communication. You will be responsible for drug class reviews and drug monographs. You will participate in the design and update of pharmacy computer system programs relating to pharmacy, nursing and physician programs. You will participate in the maintenance of pharmacy dictionaries including adding new drugs to the drug dictionary and Gold Standard formulary Charge Master maintenance. Education Graduate from an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree. Experience Minimum of 1 year as a Pharmacy Clinical/Operations Specialist or one of the following: At least 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience; preferably within area of focus. Completion of hospital PGY1/pharmacy specialty residency or fellowship. Other certification (e.g. FCCP, FASHP). Hospital pharmacy management experience. Other certifications (e.g. FCCP, FASHP) preferred. Hospital pharmacy management experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications Registered Pharmacist with the state of Texas required. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA Healthcare