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Aston Health
Director of Pharmacy Services
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What they do
A Pharmacy Director directs the operations and management of a pharmacy for a healthcare facility or institution. Manages pharmacists and pharmacy staff. Works with leadership of healthcare facility or institution on drug policy including safety, education, and finances.
$149,330 / year median in Florida
Job Description
Director of Pharmacy Services Aston Health Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time 11 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Qualifications Registered Pharmacist (RPh) Vendor relationship building Formulary management Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS) Electronic health records (EHR) management Patient management software Cost control Quality control audit Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Clinical audit and monitoring Supervising experience Licensed Pharmacist Cost reduction analysis Quality audits Pharmacy operations Managing pharmacy teams Full Job Description Director of Pharmacy Services Job Overview We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Pharmacy Services to oversee clinical pharmacy operations, medication management, and regulatory compliance across our nursing home facilities. In this leadership role, you will direct our overall pharmacy program, manage relationships with contracted pharmacy providers, and drive clinical cost-containment initiatives. Your focus will be on optimizing resident therapy, maintaining strict regulatory standards, and implementing effective formulary management protocols. This position requires approximately 25% travel to our various facility locations.
D.) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Pharmacy Oversight:
Lead and direct the pharmacy services program across all facilities, establishing clinical standards, policies, and operational best practices.Formulary & Therapeutic Substitution Management:
Drive active management of the facility formulary. You will oversee processes for therapeutic substitutions (swapping out medications for safer, more cost-effective alternatives) and ensure strict alignment with preferred drug lists.Cost Management & Stewardship:
Direct clinical cost-containment strategies, analyze high-cost medication utilization, and establish protocols to reduce pharmacy waste and manage budgets across all locations.Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure all facilities remain in full compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations regarding pharmacy services, drug storage, and controlled substances.Quality Assurance & Committee Leadership:
Lead Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee meetings, analyze medication error trends, and establish corrective action plans to improve resident safety.Vendor & Partner Management:
Oversee performance, service level agreements, and contracts with external pharmacy vendors to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery.Staff Training & Clinical Consultation:
Provide expert clinical guidance to Medical Directors, Directors of Nursing (DONs), and facility administrators on complex medication regimens, safety protocols, and cost-efficient prescribing practices.Position Requirements Education:
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy.