Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Plan, organize, and supervise Pharmacy Services in alignment with System policies, procedures, and philosophy, and standard professional practice within state and federal laws
• Organize and direct all activities of Pharmacy Services
• Coordinate and integrate pharmacy services within the department and across other hospital departments
• Communicate and implement administrative directives for department staff
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and independent judgment by recognizing priorities, accommodating department needs, and accepting appropriate authority

Patient Safety, Clinical Quality & Medication‑Use Systems

• Conduct ongoing evaluation of service requirements and emerging technical developments to improve patient care and ensure services are provided properly and economically
• Establish systems and procedures that promote maximum safety and service associated with medication use
• Maintain a patient profile system to monitor drug therapy for safety and efficacy
• Perform professional judgment related to medication dispensing, including therapeutic appropriateness, drug interactions, dosage calculations, and overdose prevention
• Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care with patients and significant others
• Participate in quality improvement activities related to drug utilization and medication effectiveness

Formulary, Regulatory Compliance & Distribution

• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures that guide and support service delivery
• Develop the philosophy, objectives, policies, methods, and procedures of the department
• Maintain a working Formulary System approved by the medical staff through the Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee
• Serve as a member of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee
• Demonstrate responsibility for hospital cost containment through effective formulary control processes
• Ensure medication distribution is performed according to established policies and procedures and in compliance with all state and federal regulations

Communication, Professionalism & Service Excellence

• Maintain professional, pleasant, and effective communication internally and externally
• Promote the hospital’s image by maintaining a positive, helpful attitude toward employees, physicians, visitors, and the community
• Exhibit integrity, courtesy, and respect for others at all times
• Present a professional image through appropriate attire and etiquette
• Maintain strict confidentiality of hospital and departmental information with no infractions

Aseptic Technique & Safety

• Adhere to proper aseptic techniques, procedures, and safety precautions

Financial Stewardship & Budget Management

• Assist in the preparation of annual capital and operating budgets
• Ensure staff adherence to approved budgets

People Leadership & Development

• Promote employee growth through coaching, counseling, and training
• Administer personnel policies and procedures related to hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, and discipline in accordance with established guidelines