Director of Pharmacy

Director of Pharmacy

Directs the personnel, operational and financial activities of the pharmacy services function for assigned operating unit. Identifies the need for policy development and/or revision, defines policies in collaboration with higher level management, input, goals and objectives. Oversees or directs the development, implementation and/or revision of function procedures/protocols in accordance with system-wide goals and objectives. Approves procedures/protocols and/or seeks other departmental approvals as appropriate. Develops, monitors and revises functional processes in accordance with system-wide goals and objectives. Provides input into the development and revision of organizational structure for function. Approves personnel actions such as hires, fires, disciplines, etc. Ensures the timely completion of performance appraisals. Develops current to intermediate goals and measures for a major function. Measures and assesses performance. As requested, assists in long range goal development. Assists in development of and monitors budget for a major function. Monitors activities for and ensures compliance with laws, government regulations, JCAHO requirements and DMC policies. As directed, implements external and internal audit recommendations. Ensures hospital departments achieve objectives for diversity of their suppliers.

Qualifications

1. Doctor of Pharmacy degree or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Business Administration or comparable graduate degree. Postgraduate residency training and/or additional coursework in business administration preferred. 2. Three to five years experience in pharmacy administration in hospital setting, including two to three years supervisory/leadership experience. Pediatric experience highly preferred. 3. Registered Pharmacist and Controlled Substance licensures in the State of Michigan obtained within 3 months of entry into job.