Director of Pharmacy

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY 

The Director of Pharmacy Services provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction for all pharmacy operations within the organization. 

This role ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and compliant medication management while maintaining compliance with applicable regulatory standards. The Director functions as both a leader and a clinical resource for staffing the services. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

Required – Current pharmacists license for Iowa (or ability to obtain); Bachelor in Science in Pharmacy. 

Preferred – Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). 

Experience:

Required - Three to five (3 to 5) years of hospital pharmacy experience, including at least 2 years of progressive supervisory, management or leadership experience overseeing hospital pharmacy operations. Minimum 1-2 years hands-on experience utilizing Epic and automated pharmacy dispensing units, preferably Omnicell. Demonstrated proficiency in applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations and regulatory standards, compounding standards, and leading an antibiotic stewardship program. 

Preferred – Experience in a Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare setting; knowledge of CMS CAH regulations for Iowa. 

Alternative to Minimum Qualifications: Alternate combinations of education and experience may be considered.