JOB TITLE: Director of Pharmacy
REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer
DIRECT REPORTS: Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Establish goals for the pharmacy in conjunction with the Leadership
Monitor progress towards these goals on a consistent basis, and report results to the Leadership
Develop and implement plans for the pharmacy growth initiatives.
Advise supervisor in the finances and budget of the pharmacy.
Oversee the pharmacy services of the pharmacy, including monitoring internal pharmacy processes and operations.
Hold clinicians accountable to the organization for decisions affecting consumers.
Conduct meetings with members of the pharmacy staff at regular intervals.
Maintain ongoing liaison with all pharmacy staff members in order to obtain their cooperation toward the achievement of the goals of the pharmacy.
Consult with practitioners in the field as needed to improve organization processes and patient outcomes.
Ensure ongoing pharmacy compliance with all laws and regulations; ensure that the pharmacy meets or exceeds accreditation standards; and implement ‘’best practices’’ in department activities.
Delegate authority as necessary to ensure that all responsibilities of this position and pharmacy operations are fulfilled in a timely and accurate manner.
Perform pharmacist duties (including HD) as needed (see HD/Pharmacist job description)
Participate in surveys conducted by authorized inspection agencies. Initiate appropriate actions on reports and recommendations provided by authorized inspection agencies.
Participate in the pharmacy’s Performance Improvement program.
Participate in membership activities of professional and industry organizations.
Participate in pharmacy committees when requested.
Participate in training / education programs provided by the pharmacy.
Pursue continuing education programs appropriate to job responsibilities and license requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
EDUCATION/SKILLS:
Ability to organize and plan the activities of subordinates, and to delegate appropriately.
Organizational skills sufficient to maintain consistently accurate records.
Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.
Pharmacy Degree and State Licensure.
Current knowledge of all applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, rules, and regulations.
Computer skills that include proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions in this job description:
The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, as well as talk and hear.
The employee is required to use their hands to operate vehicles and office equipment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.