Director of Pharmacy

UnitedHealth Group•Huntington, WV

2d•$112,700 - $193,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Pharmacy will lead all aspects of pharmacy operations, including planning, organizing, and supervising services in alignment with hospital policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with hospital leadership to implement innovative pharmacy practices, supported by proprietary CPS software, a dedicated support team including experts in operations, clinical, and regulatory as well as a CPS Area Director or Senior Vice President. The Pharmacy hours are approximately 8-4 M-F, with Telepharmacy coverage after hours/weekends.

Requirements

ACPE-accredited pharmacy degree (BS or PharmD)
Active West Virginia Pharmacist license in good standing or ability to acquire
1+ years of supervisory experience

Nice To Haves

1+ years of management experience
1+ years of experience in a healthcare/hospital environment

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all pharmacy services within a single hospital, aligning operations with the hospital’s clinical, quality, and financial goals
Ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use, overseeing clinical pharmacy practice, medication safety, and formulary management
Lead, develop, and hold accountability for pharmacy leadership and staff, including managers, pharmacists, technicians, and support teams
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and legal requirements, including Joint Commission, CMS, USP, BOP and state/federal laws
Oversee pharmacy financial performance, including budgeting, purchasing, contract management, and cost-containment initiatives
Collaborate with executive leadership and interdisciplinary stakeholders, supporting system-wide patient care, quality, and safety initiatives
Drive innovation, performance improvement, and strategic growth, leveraging data, technology, and best practices to advance pharmacy services