Director of Pharmacy Services

Sona Health • Asheville, NC

7d

About The Position

Sona is seeking a pharmacist to oversee its Specialty Pharmacy Operations. Specialty Pharmacy experience is not required. The role focuses on building long-term relationships with patients and delivering high-quality, personalized service that supports their total well-being. The Director is also a trusted advisor and mentor to staff pharmacists, students, and pharmacy technicians. The position is described as working in a small, team-centric environment, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.
• Active license to practice pharmacy in North Carolina.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership, flexibility, and a good work ethic.
• Customer-service orientation and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Specialty Pharmacy experience is a plus but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescribed medications and provide clinical expertise in accordance with professional standards and state and federal legal requirements.
• Manage daily pharmacy operations and direct pharmacy staff in counting, filling, packaging, labeling, and shipping medications.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide periodic consultations with practitioners in the field.
• Review prescriptions from physicians and other authorized prescribers for accuracy and appropriateness of therapy.
• Assess patients’ medication-adherence needs through regular care calls, including counseling, motivational interviewing, and assessment for adherence packaging solutions.
• Oversee pharmacy accreditation compliance, including URAC and ACHC.
• Ensure accreditation requirements are met, paperwork is submitted on time, and the pharmacy is prepared for routine audits.
• Participate in the Quality Management Committee and guide team members in safety and quality initiatives.
• Serve as an advisor and mentor to staff pharmacists, students, and pharmacy technicians.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Access to earned income during the pay period.
• Company health plans, including medical, pharmacy, vision, dental, and supplemental insurance options.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Direct Primary Care program offering local, personalized care for employees and their families.
• Wellness program with discounted gym memberships and an employee assistance program.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer days.
• Flexible, respectful, and supportive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director