Dir Pharmacy

Wellstar Health System•Austell, GA

96d

About The Position

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The Director of Pharmacy shall provide oversight, direction, strategic planning and coordination for the operational, clinical, financial and related services provided by the assigned WellStar hospital. The Director of Pharmacy will be positioned to collaborate with the other directors in the system to ensure the best decisions are made regarding policies, procedures, and systems that support safe, effective and efficient medication use. This will include leadership in the design, operation and improvement of the organization's medication use process. Services shall comply with the policies and procedures established by the WellStar Health System, federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy, and the standards and requirements established by the regulatory agencies (e.g. TJC, Medicare, State Board of Pharmacy, etc.) supervising the provision of health care. The Pharmacy Director reports directly to the Director of Clinical Operations, which reports to the SVP and Hospital President.

Requirements

Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited School/College of Pharmacy required
PharmD preferred
Advanced Management degree (MBA or MHA) preferred
Completion of a Pharmacy Residency Program preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
RPH - Reg Pharmacist
Actively licensed and in good standing (no restrictions) with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy required
Required Minimum Experience: Knowledgeable and experienced in the specialized functions of a hospital pharmacy.
Required and Minimum 7 years in hospital pharmacy practice Required
Minimum 3 years in a supervisor/manager/director of hospital pharmacy role Required
General knowledge of hospital financial systems (responsibility reports, budgetary process, billing programs, etc). Required
Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement Required
Expereince with 340B Drug Pricing Plan highly desireable Required
Knowledge of the various pharmacy technologies available. Required
Knowledge of computerized pharmacy systems; preferably hospital pharmacy based computer systems Required
Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulatory guidelines governing pharmaceutical practice and the use of controlled substances. Required
Demonstrated leadership qualities.
Ability to supervise both exempt and non-exempt employees.
Ability to work with other Hospital and System leaders
Ability to address Medical Staff Leaders on issues pertaining to pharmacy
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Strong customer service attitude
Moderate computer skills (Microsoft Office).
Ability to think/act independently as required by situation adept at change management

Responsibilities

Drug-Utilization: Takes a leadership role in the hospital system to develop drug-utilization and formulary initiatives.
Participate consistently in Pharmacy department based committees and teams, including but not limited to Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Pharmacy Operations Council, Medical Executive Committee, etc.
Reviews, edits, and approves ancillary departmental policies and procedures relating to medication use
Ensures the use of cost-effective pharmacotherapy Medication Use: Responsible for the creation and development of an evidence based, best practice medication use system at assigned facility, Department of Pharmacy, with impact considerations for the WellStar Pharmacies across the system.
Assures daily operations meet quality, safety and operational standards to optimize the patient centered care model and provide optimal patient care and an optimal patient experience
Investigates evidence based practice to identify solution strategies for complex medical dilemmas
Translates organizational relevance to unit specific efforts
Serves as expert resource to other departments for medication use issues
Ensures pharmaceutical related systems operate effectively and efficiently across the continuum of care
Works with physicans as needed on drug utilization issues and projects Strategic Planning: Involvement in the hospitals strategic planning for patient-centered care.
Utilizes his/her expertise to improve patient care and patient safety.
Develops departmental strategic plans for patient-centered care and works with leadership to facilitate achievement of department goals
Integrates best practice standards to optimize resources and patient care outcomes
Establishes relationships with others through a shared vision for patient centered care
Serves as professional role model
Serves as mentor in the development of peers and staff
Serves as liaison with medical staff and other departments
Participates in committee meetings impacting pharmacy services
Consults with WellStar leadership on matters involving the pharmacy
Participates in hospital-wide committees sharing strategic objectives Technology: Optimizes the use of information system and technology in the WellStar system to lead the hospital to maximize safety, efficacy, and efficiency of the medication use system.
Serve as liaison to other departments/divisions within the facility to foster collaboration in an effort to achieve facility objectives
Functions as a leader in WellStar CPOE initiative through collaboration with medical staff
Provides leadership at the hospital level for planning, purchasing, implementing, and maintaining information systems supporting patient care.
Knowledgeable in drug information platforms Quality and Performance Improvement: The Director will be involved with all performance improvement committees/activities.
Monitors clinical and performance outcomes via benchmark analysis and facilitates accountability via defined expectations and goals
Actively participates in all PI committee/activity for the facility. Will include participation in the Infection Control Committee
Communicates relevant PI activities across the facility to foster a continued learning environment for all staff
Communicates issues and concerns, both internal and external, to the Director of Operations and Sr. Management
Assumes other responsibilities as required to maintain high quality pharmacy services Financial: Leads the hospital pharmacy financial initiatives.
Develops operating and capital budgets using sound business principles
Monitors financial performance and is accountable for variance analysis and resolution
Ensures appropriate charge capture and patient billing through oversight and system monitoring
Ensures resource utilization is constantly monitored to be responsive to changing patient care/procedure volumes Regulatory: Responsible for the Pharmacy Departments compliance with Regulatory Agency rules, regulations and standards (e.g. Georgia State Board of Pharmacy, Georgia Drugs and Narcotics Agency, DEA, FDA, TJC, etc.):
Review pharmacy department operations and regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with requirements as established by the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy, TJC, and other agencies regulating the practice of pharmacy
Review activities related to pharmacy and develop action plans to address deficiencies as they relate to Georgia State Board of Pharmacy, TJC, and other agencies regulating the practice of pharmacy
Prepare for and participate in surveys/reviews conducted by the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy, TJC, and other agencies regulating the practice of pharmacy
Adhere to and enforce the rules and regulations established by the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy, TJC, and other agencies regulating the practice of pharmacy
Identifies high risk areas for regulatory compliance
Supports organizational national patient safety goal and core measure initiatives
Promote safe work environment and delivery of services Human Resources: Manages the hospital pharmacys human resources.
Oversight of recruitment efforts for staffing of the department to include interview, selection, hiring, and on boarding of new staff members. Sets clear expectations regarding performance and measures of success.
Monitors managerial performance and provides coaching and counseling as indicated for improved performance. Evaluates staff fairly, consistently, and objectively.
Encourages appropriate utilization of all available skills to achieve the highest level of quality, productivity and efficiency. Facilitates creative, efficient, and flexible utilization of human resources.
Creates an environment of mutual trust, respect, and empowerment to foster ethical leadership
Creates accountability for employee morale and customer satisfaction
Lead employment and physician engagement initiatives for the Pharmacy
Provide guidance to Pharmacy Department Coordinators/Managers concerning personnel issues, including hiring, promoting, counseling, or terminating personnel
Develop programs to assist in the recruitment/retention of quality pharmacy team leaders and members
Facilitates constructive communication throughout all levels of the department, encourages feedback from employees and accepts this communication as a productive method of enhancing employee satsifaction
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.