Pharmacy Director - Direct Hire - Days - Lewiston, ID - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Job Description: Pharmacy Director

Location: Lewiston, VT
Facility Type: Level III Trauma Center
Licensed Beds: 143
Age Ranges Served: Pediatric to Adult

Virtus Healthcare Staffing is actively searching for a highly motivated and experienced Pharmacy Director on behalf of our partner, a leading Level III trauma center in Lewiston, VT. This role is critical to ensuring the delivery of top-notch pharmaceutical care to patients across various age groups.

Key Responsibilities:

• Led and managed a pharmacy department with 19 direct reports, including Pharmacists, an Oncology Pharmacy Manager, and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Oversee the preparation and dispensing of 60,000-80,000 doses per month.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, and state, and federal regulations.
• Drive accountability and foster a collaborative, transparent working environment where staff members feel appreciated and empowered.
• Direct initiatives that enhance patient care and operational efficiency, such as developing a Pharmacy Diabetes Program and rebuilding the Pharmacy Module within the EHR.
• Develop and implement quality policies and procedures that align with best practice standards.
• Oversee the transition of remote pharmacy services from Medi-star to Pipeline.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Idaho.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospital pharmacy experience, with at least three (3) years at a director level.
• Strong operational and clinical background with business acumen.
• Proven ability to lead large projects and manage a motivated and cross-trained staff.
• Proficiency with current systems including Medi-tech, Microsoft Office Suite, Mosaic, ePARS, PMP, PolicySTAT, and Omnicell.

Shift/Weekend Rotation:
Monday through Friday, exempt position, weekends off.

Department Goals & Objectives:

• Short-Term Vision: Enhance communication to create a transparent environment where staff feel valued and empowered.
• Long-Term Vision: Build and lead a high-performing pharmacy team committed to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care.

Opportunities for Growth:

• Build and expand a Medication Reconciliation Technician position.
• Lead the development of the Pharmacy Diabetes Program.
• Drive the complete rebuild of the Pharmacy Module within the EHR.
• Implement best practice standards across various operational areas of the pharmacy.

Why Apply? This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of pharmaceutical care in a dynamic healthcare environment. If you are a motivated leader with a strong operational and clinical background, this role could be the next step in your career.