Director Pharmacy - Tarzana, CA

Providence•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Calling all Esteemed Leaders! Are you a strategic mastermind with a passion for pharmacy management? Do you thrive on ensuring the highest quality of pharmaceutical care while shaping the future of healthcare delivery? If so, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! The Role: As the Director of Pharmacy, you will be the cornerstone of our pharmaceutical services, ensuring that our patients' needs are met with excellence. You'll establish the strategic direction for the pharmacy department, coordinating with other healthcare divisions to provide an exceptional level of service to both patients and hospital staff. Your expertise will shine as you deliver care across age-specific patient populations, and you will be continually engaged in professional development to stay at the forefront of the industry.

Requirements

Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree required; PharmD and Master’s Degree in Business Administration preferred.
Experience: 2+ years of experience as a Staff Pharmacist in a healthcare facility with demonstrated supervisory skills to lead and motivate teams.
Licensing: Active California Pharmacist Registration; California Fire and Life Safety Card within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Commitment to Growth: Residency experience preferred, highlighting a commitment to advancing clinical skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Team Leader: Select, train, orient, and assign department staff. Develop performance standards, evaluate employee performance, and recommend personnel actions. Maintain effective communication through regular staff meetings.
Policy Architect: Establish and uphold department policies, procedures, quality assurance programs, and safety standards, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Budget Maestro: Develop and manage the department's operating budget, ensuring that financial resources are optimized and expenditures stay within limits.
Quality Advocate: Ensure the delivery of high-quality pharmacy services for all patient demographics, enhancing care for inpatients, outpatients, and staff.
Operational Supervisor: Direct, coordinate, and supervise all pharmacy activities, including purchasing, storing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
Clinical Consultant: Collaborate with medical staff on drug utilization and advise on pharmaceutical matters.
Project Manager: Develop priorities and monitor the status of special projects to drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
Innovator: Stay informed on new drug developments and research findings to enhance pharmacy practice.
Facility Steward: Maintain department facilities and equipment to promote safety, efficiency, and comfort for patients and staff.
Professional Development Champion: Engage in seminars, workshops, and affiliations to remain informed of the latest industry trends.