Director of Pharmacy in Winston-Salem, NC

This contract opportunity seeks a Director of Pharmacy to provide leadership at a behavioral health facility specializing in inpatient care. Ideal candidates will have strong management skills and experience working within the Joint Commission framework. The position requires a North Carolina pharmacist license and offers a structured schedule with some on-call responsibilities.


Location: Winston-Salem, NC


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM plus on-call duties (typically light)
• Weekend coverage as needed, 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM (if not covered by part-time pharmacist)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead pharmacy staff operations including dispensing, verifying orders in the HCS system, and checking technician work
• Assist with stocking automated dispensing cabinets (Omnicell)
• Participate in Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee activities and antimicrobial stewardship
• Develop and update pharmacy policies as necessary
• Ensure timely medication delivery to patients
• Maintain staffing coverage and manage costs within budget limits
• Support pharmacy technicians in dispensing, ordering, and repackaging tasks (note: technicians do not perform order entry)

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Licensed pharmacist in North Carolina
• Experience managing inpatient pharmacy operations, preferably in behavioral health settings
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards
• Behavioral health pharmacy expertise highly valued
• Experience with HCS (Health Care Systems) preferred but training provided
• Knowledge of Omnicell automation is a plus, though not required

Additional Information:

• Training with the outgoing Director of Pharmacy from February 25th, with coverage through May 29th or until a permanent hire is made
• Pharmacy staff includes two part-time pharmacists, one full-time technician (30 hours), and three part-time technicians
• Newly installed Omnicell system (January 2024)
• Opportunity involves oversight in a facility with a Joint Commission accreditation window
• Travel expenses may be considered if a local candidate is unavailable
• A 4-5 day orientation is required before official start

Candidates with a firm leadership background and dedication to quality patient care are encouraged to apply. This contract role provides the chance to make a meaningful impact in a behavioral health pharmacy environment. Apply today to be considered for this critical leadership position.