Market Director of Pharmacy

Lifepoint Health • Lynchburg, VA

26d

About The Position

This position will oversee all pharmacy functions for two facilities- Centra Behavioral Health Hospital, a 72-bed facility opening in spring of 2026, and Centra Rehabilitation Hospital, a 50-bed facility opening in summer of 2026.
Schedule: Full Time, Days
Your experience matters
Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!
More about our team
Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand-new 72 bed behavioral health facility and Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is brand-new 50 bed inpatient rehabilitation opening in 2026. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with Pharmacist degree. Pharm.D. preferred.
• License: Current State Certification/Licensure as required by state.
• Minimum three years’ experience in hospital pharmacy is desirable.
• Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) preferred. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Nice To Haves

• MBA/MS or equivalent education/experience preferred
• Pharm.D. preferred.
• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Displays knowledge of clinical criteria, managed care requirements for inpatient and outpatient authorization and advocates on behalf of the patient to secure coverage for needed services.
• Completes pre and re-certifications for inpatient and outpatient services. Reports appropriate denial, and authorization information to designated resource.
• Actively communicates with interdisciplinary team to acquire pertinent information and give updates on authorizations.
• Participate in treatment teams to ensure staff have knowledge of coverage and to collect information for communication with agencies.
• Works with DON to ensure documentation requirements are met.
• Ensure appeals are completed thoroughly and on a timely basis.
• Interface with managed care organizations, external reviews, and other payers.
• Communicate with physicians to schedule peer to peer reviews.
• Accurately report denials.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What This Job Offers

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