Pharmacy Director

Amerita

Amerita is a leading provider of Specialty Infusion services focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. As one of the most respected Specialty Infusion providers in America, we service thousands of patients nationwide through our growing network of branches and healthcare professionals.
The Pharmacy Director is responsible for overseeing the daily business operation of all functional areas of the pharmacy, including, logistics and inventory, in addition to working collaboratively with the sales team. The Pharmacy Director is responsible for working with regional and corporate leadership to develop and execute a strategic operational plan to achieve the business objectives for the marketplace.

NOTE: Sterile compounding expertise is a plus, not a requirement.

* Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits plus, HSA & FSA Savings Accounts
* Supplemental Coverage - Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
* Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
* Employee Discounts
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Paid Time Off & Holidays

Responsible for the overall operational performance of the assigned Amerita pharmacy
• Establishes and maintains Amerita Customer Experience standards of care to provide high-quality patient care and excellent service, while maintaining safe, cost-effective practices including labor management and timely deliveries
• Optimizes staff productivity, including managing production and performance, setting staff schedules appropriate for business volume and activity trends, and identifying areas of growth and development
• Hires, coaches, evaluates, and disciplines branch staff. Sets performance expectations
• Works closely with the "Vertical Directors" to review, monitor, and provide performance feedback for those staff members reporting within a "Vertical"
• Directs pharmacy operations and ensures compliance with all applicable company policies and procedures, federal and state laws and regulations, regulatory requirements, and accreditation agency standards
• Participates in branch department and inter-departmental meetings as needed
• Directs, coordinates, and supports preparation for pharmacy accreditation and continued compliance
• Works with warehouse and distribution staff to ensure supply inventories, scheduling of deliveries, pick-ups and customer satisfaction is in line with company goals
• Monitors branch performance through daily controls, audits, surveys, and customer feedback
• Overall responsibility of the pharmacy facility to ensure safety, working conditions, and compliance with state and federal regulations
• Oversees inventory to ensure the safe storage of prescription drugs and controlled substances, per company policy and procedures
• Monitors customer satisfaction trends to identify areas for improvement, and resolves client grievances in collaboration with Vertical Directors, Nursing, and Corporate Support Staff
• Coordinates Pharmacy in-service programs, ensures ongoing communication among care staff members, interprets nursing component of care plan, communicates technology updates to appropriate staff members, and develops local pharmacy objectives
• Ensures adherence to standard policies and procedures for drug and supply procurement, storage, and dispensation
• Performs the duties of a pharmacist as needed
• Provides consultation to and answers inquiries from patients, families, and physicians regarding medications and their usage and assists physicians and nursing staff in the development of therapeutic drug plans for patients
• Monitors customer satisfaction trends to identify areas for improvement, and resolves client grievances in collaboration with Vertical Directors, Nursing, and Corporate Support Staff
• Directs preparation, compounding, and dispensing of all prescriptions and coordinates equipment and product recalls according to written procedures

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or Pharm D required
• Accuracy in mathematical calculations, including pharmokinetic dosing.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory/management experience in a hospital or home health care setting required.
• An active licensed pharmacist in the state in which the pharmacy is located.
• Broad knowledge of home infusion, and pharmacy regulations and administration required.
• Excellent organization and communications skills
• Licensed and in good standing with the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as-scheduled basis.
• Current valid driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance
• Knowledge of home infusion pharmacy and regulations
• Mathematical calculations and pharmokinetic dosing
• Knowledge of USP 797 regulations and clean room operations