Director of Pharmacy
Cardinal Health - Lewiston, ME
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OverviewDirector of Pharmacy – Cardinal Health, Lewiston, ME. Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations serving acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices, and retail customers. Health System Pharmacy provides customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers, and may consult with and advise healthcare teams on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.Job SummaryThe Director, Pharmacy plans, organizes and directs all functions of the hospital pharmacy services. This role ensures all legal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements are maintained at best demonstrated practice. The Director maintains a professional presence throughout the hospital and develops relationships with hospital clinical and non-clinical leaders. This role ensures pharmacy services and activities are carried out to meet goals and standards of both Cardinal Health and the client/hospital. In addition to providing managerial leadership to the pharmacy, the Director maintains financial responsibility for the department and ensures the department delivers on hospital goals and objectives.ResponsibilitiesManages the pharmacy budget and all aspects related to the financial program including profit and loss responsibility.Participates in hospital committee meetings necessary to enhance practice and patient care.Conducts one on one and team meetings with pharmacy staff to review performance and provide coaching as necessary.Purchases drugs and supplies in accordance with GPO bids and Cardinal Health best demonstrated practices.Maintains the pharmacy scheduling in addition to hiring, firing and performance management of pharmacy staff members.Develops, maintains, and updates a pharmacy Policy and Procedure manual for the department to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory guidelines.Performs pharmacy related tasks including filling and taking orders in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.Must be a good standing licensed Pharmacist in the state of patient/hospital pharmacy experience required.Pharmacy management experience required.Sterile compounding experience required.Experience overseeing sterile compounding facilities preferred.Board Certification(s) pletion of an ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency and/or fellowship preferred.Ability to see, hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.Excellent planning, organizing and leadership skills.Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation.May require vendor credentialing.What is expected of you and others at this levelManages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff.Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals.Ensures employees operate within guidelines.Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and teracts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior teractions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects.Gains consensus from various parties pensation and BenefitsAnticipated salary range: $119,800 - $179,655.Bonus eligible: Yes.Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programsThe salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills, and an evaluation of internal pay equity.Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health Care, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-10-08