Pharmacist in Charge in Hallsville, MO

An opening opportunity is available for an Interim Pharmacist in Charge/Director of Pharmacy at a behavioral health inpatient facility in Columbia, MO. This role requires an experienced pharmacist to lead pharmacy operations on an interim basis. The assignment begins on April 29th with two days of cross-training, followed by solo responsibility starting May 1st, continuing until a permanent hire is made.


Location: Columbia, MO

Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (30-minute unpaid meal break)


Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with regulations and high-quality patient care
• Manage medication dispensing, including repackaging and automated system loading
• Utilize automated medication systems such as Omnicell and run restock reports
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to support inpatient behavioral health medication needs

Qualifications/Experience:

• Active Missouri Pharmacist license
• Experience with Omnicell medication management systems preferred
• Familiarity with repackaging processes using Milt, Medi-dose, or HCL systems is desirable
• Basic knowledge of loading medications into automated dispensing machines and generating restock reports

This interim position offers the chance to lead a critical pharmacy department within a behavioral health setting. The schedule provides a consistent weekday routine supporting work-life balance.


Pharmacists ready to step into a leadership role directly contributing to patient care quality in behavioral health are encouraged to apply immediately. Submit your resume to be considered for this timely opportunity.