Interim Director of Pharmacy- Behavioral Health

Job description

Interim Director of Pharmacy – Behavioral Health Hospital

Specialty Medical Staffing is currently seeking an Interim Director of Pharmacy for a behavioral health hospital in the Summit, NJ area. This is an immediate opportunity for an experienced pharmacy leader looking to support pharmacy operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical services within an established inpatient behavioral health setting.

We are seeking a pharmacist with leadership experience, strong operational skills, and familiarity with behavioral health pharmacy practice. This position will serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge and oversee daily pharmacy operations while supporting an experienced pharmacy team.

Assignment Details

Start: ASAP

Duration: Minimum 30 Days

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Hours: 8:00am–4:00pm plus on-call coverage after each shift

Weekend Coverage: On-call only

Requirements

Active New Jersey Pharmacist License in good standing

Previous Director of Pharmacy, PIC, or pharmacy leadership experience preferred

HCS experience required

Behavioral health experience preferred

Omnicell experience helpful

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Responsibilities

Serve as Director of Pharmacy and Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)

Oversee daily pharmacy operations and regulatory compliance

Review and verify medication orders

Manage pharmacy schedules and staffing coordination

Participate in meetings and support departmental initiatives

Assist with Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) data collection and reporting

Collaborate with pharmacy staff, nursing, and hospital leadership

Maintain compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations

Benefits

Full medical benefits

Comprehensive 401k package

Weekly Direct Deposit payments

Professional support from our experienced team

Worksite address

summit, NJ, 07902, US

Who can apply

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