Clinical Pharmacy Manager - Acute Care

Kingman Hospital, Inc.•Kingman, AZ

67d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Pharmacy Manager to oversee our clinical pharmacy services and guide a team of pharmacists and technicians serving acute and critical care areas. The ideal candidate is a clinical leader who values teamwork, mentorship, and innovation in pharmacy practice. Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is located in beautiful northwest Arizona. Experience the magic of Kingman's stunning Arizona sunsets and thrive in an outdoor enthusiast's dream destination with picturesque mountain ranges, nearby lakes, vibrant parks, and plenty of outdoor activity. Kingman is an incredible community to live, work, thrive, and play! Position Purpose: As the Clinical Pharmacy Manager, you will assist the Director of Pharmacy in managing clinical activities for patients in acute and critical care areas. Supervises and manages pharmacists and technical staff in activities related to the delivery of clinical pharmacy services and assists in management of patient transitions to other levels of care; acts as a drug information resource to patients, medical staff, nursing staff and ancillary department staff. The Department: Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is the sole community hospital. Our department encompasses over 60 employees to serve our population's health. These are exciting, busy times in our Pharmacy as we provide a full suite of pharmacy care services from acute care and transitions into emergency services, ambulatory, home, and telehealth care areas. A solid infrastructure to support our pharmacy services is in place, with our current focus to optimize and integrate our services. These service focus areas include: Inpatient, Emergency Department pharmacist direct patient care, Care Transitions - medication reconciliation/meds to beds before hospital discharge, outpatient and specialty pharmacy drug distribution, 340B Program and financial integrity expansion, oncology clinical model expansion including oral chemotherapy and pharmacogenomics, PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program, Stewardship-Antimicrobial and Opioid, and expansion of our pharmacist collaborative practice model Disease Management Clinic. All our endeavors strive to provide the best possible pharmaceutical care to meet the needs of our community and organization. Here's a link to a few documents for your review regarding our department and services: https://linktr.ee/krmcpharmacy Benefits: We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy.
Current Arizona pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure; BLS required, ACLS preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience with a focus in acute and/or critical care; prior leadership experience preferred.
Comprehensive, current knowledge of acute/critical care medication use management, age-appropriate therapy, and other information as it pertains to provision of direct pharmaceutical patient care.
Ability to effectively evaluate scientific literature and appropriately apply to clinical practice.
Ability to distinguish colors, to sit 50% of the time, stand and walk 50%; lift object weighing up to 10 pounds, feel, see, hear, smell, speak, and handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload/schedule.
Able to set priorities and solve problems, respond quickly to emergency requests and communicate orally and in writing effectively.

Nice To Haves

Completion of ASHP-accredited residency (PGY-1 and/or PGY-2) and/or Board Certification (e.g., BCPS, BCCCP).

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for clinical pharmacy operations in acute and critical care settings.
Mentor and develop pharmacists and technical staff to promote clinical excellence and professional growth.
Serve as a drug information resource for medical, nursing, and ancillary staff.
Participate in hospital committees, performance improvement initiatives, and departmental education programs.
Manage clinical schedules, budgets, and staff competencies.
Contribute to formulary management, pharmacoeconomic reviews, and Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee activities.
Support pharmacy residency and student training programs.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and promote safe, cost-effective medication use.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance Available
Health and Well-Being
Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous Retirement Leave Accruals and Cash Out Opportunities
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Identity Theft Protection
On-site daycare exclusive to our employees' children of all ages
On-site Wellness Center with fitness classes, personal training, indoor pool, racquetball, and basketball courts
Paid Continuing Education Conferences/Meetings
Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program