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Position Summary:

The Pharmacy Services Director (Community/Specialty) is responsible for overseeing the operations of the community/retail and/or specialty pharmacy service line(s). This role ensures the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care, compliance with regulatory standards, and the implementation of efficient and cost-effective practices. The director will lead a team of pharmacy professionals, manage medication inventory, and collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes enhance the quality of care provided.

Education, License & Cert:

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS Pharmacy degree or higher. Current Licensure as a pharmacist in the state of New York for New York based hospitals and/or in the state of Pennsylvania.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of progressive pharmacy experience in outpatient/community and/or specialty pharmacy practice, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

A Pharmacy Services Director (Community/Specialty) should personify strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent communication and collaboration abilities, and be able to show proficiency in pharmacy management and have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic pharmacy environment.

Essential Functions:

+ Leadership and Management:

+ Oversee the daily operations of the pharmacy department, including staff management, budgeting, and inventory control, which includes adequate control and documentation for purchase, inventory and record keeping of controlled substances.

+ Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and procedures to ensure high standards of cost-effective pharmaceutical care.

+ Develop strategic departmental goals in alignment with organizational goals and accountability for those goals.

+ Mentor, train, and evaluate performance of pharmacy staff, fostering a positive and productive, and collaborative work environment.

+ Oversees staff recruitment and hiring processes

+ Ensures maintenance of an adequate drug supply.

+ Develop and manage the department budget, monitor financial performance, and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining quality patient care.

+ Ensure compliance with health-system policies and procedures that apply to pharmacy services.

+ Clinical and Pharmaceutical Services:

+ Ensure the safe and accurate dispensing of medications to patients.

+ Collaborate with the medical staff to develop and implement medication therapy management programs.

+ Monitor patient medication regimens and provide clinical consultations to healthcare providers.

+ Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and committees to enhance patient care.

+ Operational Oversight:

+ Oversee procurement, storage, and distribution of medications, ensuring accurate inventory management and safe medication practices. This includes the proper oversight of cold chain dispensing.

+ Implement strategies to optimize pharmacy operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective practices.

+ Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate medication therapy and promote medication safety.

+ Ensures accountability in collaboration with pharmacy leadership team for updated and appropriate collaborative practice agreements are in place at all assigned practice areas.

+ In reference to specialty pharmacy, the director provides guidance and is responsible for oversight of the clinical aspects of the Specialty Pharmacy Patient Management program.

+ Regulatory Compliance:

+ Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and rules related to pharmacy practice.

+ Ensure adherence to accreditation standards and guidelines (e.g. URAC, ACHC, etc.)

+ Stay updated with current trends, advancements, and regulatory changes in pharmacy practice to ensure compliance and provide expert advice to healthcare providers.

+ Conducting regular audits and reviews of pharmacy practices and procedures.

+ Establishes systems that ensure confidentiality of patient information.

+ Quality Improvement:

+ Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and medication-use processes.

+ Analyze data and outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective action plans.

+ Promote and participate in research and educational activities related to pharmacy practice.

Other Duties:

Performs staff pharmacist duties as well as own duties as necessary. Fulfills on-call obligations per pre-arranged schedule. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Pay range min $69.66/hr max $109.35

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Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.