Assistant Director Inpatient Pharmacy
About The Position
The Assistant Director of Inpatient Pharmacy: Provides strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for inpatient pharmacy services to ensure safe, effective, and compliant medication use across the hospital. Supports the System Director of Pharmacy in overseeing daily operations, advancing clinical pharmacy practice, optimizing medication-use systems, and leading pharmacy staff to deliver high-quality patient-centered care. Collaborates closely with interdisciplinary clinical teams, medical staff, nursing leadership, quality and safety teams, and hospital administration to support organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Plays a key role in driving operational excellence, staff development, and innovation within inpatient pharmacy services.
Requirements
- Doctorate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Doctorate Degree
- Hospital Leadership Experience Required
- Hospital Pharmacy Experience Required
- PA Pharmacist License
- Analytical Skills
- Change Management
- Collaborative Skills
- Customer Service Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Financial and Business Acumen
- Leadership Skills
- Listening Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Prepare & Give Presentations
- Problem Solving Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong Team Player
Responsibilities
- Oversight of inpatient pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, distribution systems, and clinical services
- Leadership and development of pharmacy managers, pharmacists, technicians, and support staff
- Support of medication safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance (e.g., Joint Commission, state and federal requirements)
- Collaboration with medical, nursing, and administrative leaders to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency
- Participation in strategic planning, budgeting, staffing models, and performance monitoring
- Advancement of clinical pharmacy services, evidence-based practice, and medication stewardship initiatives
- Support of technology optimization (e.g., EHR, automation, smart pumps, medication tracking systems)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
