Hospital Pharmacy Dept Manager (FT)

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Pharmacy Services: Make an Impact Where it Matters

WCHS is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Manager to provide leadership and oversight of our hospital pharmacy operations. This is an opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with strong operational leadership in a collaborative rural healthcare environment where your work has a direct impact on patient care, safety, and organizational success.

If you value teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to lead, we invite you to consider joining WCHS.

Compensation: starting at $152,900 annually, depending on experience

JOB SUMMARY

  The Pharmacy Manager will provide leadership on drug therapy monitoring activities, prescribing quality assurance, medication protocol development, antimicrobial stewardship, drug information service provision, and other related pharmacotherapy services. The Pharmacy Manager oversees pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in daily operations including compounding and dispensing medications and pharmaceutical supplies pursuant to medication orders and performs other technical duties of the pharmacy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of Weston County Health Services (WCHS).
• Provides oversight of the medication therapy management (MTM) for nursing home and acute care patients.
• Develops pharmacy staff competencies, orientation checklists, and annual reviews as appropriate.
• Collaborates with the Medical Staff Chairperson regarding meeting agendas.
• Oversees the medication formulary and prepares submissions for new inclusions to the formulary.
• Provides Drug Use Evaluations as needed or requested.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and clinical colleagues within Community Connect-Monument Health to establish clinical best practice standards within Weston County Health Services hospital, nursing home and clinics.
• Implements and oversees the bedside barcode medication administration process.
• Implements and oversees the 340B program, the adverse drug reaction reporting process, and medication event reporting process.
• Oversees departmental inventory, departmental budget.
• Assists with the Anti-Microbial Stewardship (AMS) program and personnel within the hospital and clinics.
• Maintains automated dispensing cabinet contents (e.g., Omnicell) including but not limited to inventory, par levels, and user access.
• Assists in reviewing, updating departmental and facility policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY ROLE

The Pharmacy Manager provides managerial oversight and supervision of the Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

  PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Completes annual education requirements.
• Always supports patient confidentiality.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wears identification badge while on duty.
• Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal, and local regulations.
• Always represents WCHS in a positive and professional manner.
• Complies with all WCHS policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of WCHS.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and diligence.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Has the ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Has the ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

  QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Current Wyoming Pharmacy License
• Has and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• 5+ years of clinical experience; 5+ years of Pharmaceutical Experience (preferred)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Has the ability to determine an appropriate course of action in complex situations.
• Has the ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Has the ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
• Has the ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
• Has the ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Has the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Has the ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Sedentary work - Exerting up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, including prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, and/or prolonged periods of standing at a counter. Position may require light to moderate work with up to fifty pounds maximum weight to lift and carry, reaching, bending, or stooping, and handling objects with hands, fingers.

“Weston County Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive  consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.”

"Employment is contingent upon the applicant's authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of the federal Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment. Weston County Health Services does not sponsor employment visas or provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position."