Home Infusion Pharmacy Director at Memorial Hermann Health System

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, directing, monitoring, reviewing, controlling, and supervising all aspects of personnel, budget, performance improvement, education, and policies/procedures for pharmacy and automation technology projects to achieve maximum operating efficiency and effectiveness within budgetary constraints.Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors degree in Pharmacy

Licenses/Certifications: Licensed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Five (5) years' experience in a hospital pharmacy
• Three or more (3+) years of leadership or management experience, preferably in an ambulatory setting
• Ability to solve problems, establish trust and credibility and deal effectively with change

Principal Accountabilities

• Evaluates operations on an ongoing basis, utilizing the principles of continuous process improvement.
• Develops implements, checks and retools action plans to address variances and improve efficiency.
• Assesses, evaluates and ensures the competent delivery of pharmaceutical services and provision of drug related information to inpatients and outpatients according to the needs and age of the patient.
• Identifies staffing needs. Selects, trains, mentors, evaluates and counsels staff as appropriate.
• Establishes scope of services and develops annual implementation plans which contribute to organizational strategic objectives.
• Communicates with staff and promotes staff ownership in problem solving and participation in operational decision-making.
• Prepares annual budget, controls and reduces costs, forecasts operational needs, and reviews expenditures to ensure budget limits are not exceeded.
• Serves as a positive role model to staff, ensuring that customer service is a priority.
• Remains visible and accessible to physicians, seeking input and feedback on services, medical staff bylaws, and policy/procedure changes.
• Stays up-to-date on new developments in healthcare, incorporating innovative systems of delivery while complying with all regulatory and licensing agencies.
• Participates in the development of hospital marketing and business plans to enhance resource allocation, centers of excellence, and product lines.
• Participates on hospital quality improvement teams and other committees as assigned.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.