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Job description
About Us
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.
Our Mission
As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.
The posted compensation range of $83.99 - $138.59 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Pharmacy Manager, you will be a strategic leader and clinical authority, orchestrating safe, efficient, and patient-centered pharmaceutical care delivery. Every day, you will lead and supervise the pharmacy team, meticulously reviewing and authorizing prescriptions for safety (interactions, dosing, allergies). You'll oversee efficient workflow, from authorization to dispensing, and consult with doctors and nurses to troubleshoot medication issues. To be successful in this role, you will possess comprehensive clinical expertise, proven leadership, and an analytical mind for process optimization. Your commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and patient safety will drive our pharmacy's success.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of pharmacy operations and shares clinical initiatives responsibility with Clinical Pharmacy Manager if applicable. Assists in performance evaluation and competency assessment of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Contributes to formulary management and works with health care providers to ensure formulary compliance. Participates in Strategic and Operational Planning activities and the development of the Pharmacy Department’s annual budget.
Educates, mentors, and evaluates pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to develop and improve skills necessary for providing pharmaceutical care. Collaborates with health care providers to individualize medication therapies to promote safe, efficacious, and cost-effective patient care following best practices and evidence-based guidelines. Develops and provides educational programs, learning modules, and knowledge assessment tools. Actively participates in medical staff and service line meetings to meet patient care needs.
Educates other health care professionals regarding medications to promote optimal patient care via in-services, educational programs, face-to-face interactions, etc. Provides technical support for automated dispensing machines, carousel technology for automated medication inventory storage, and other pharmacy computer systems. Effectively and proactively intervenes in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions. Supervises the purchasing, storing, preparation, and dispensing of all medications and parenteral products in compliance with state, federal (340B), USP Chapter and guidelines, department policies, and manufacturer’s guidelines.
Trains and participates with Disaster Team drills and real-event responses as assigned. Maintains appropriate controlled substance records. Works with the Pharmacy Director/VP to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards. Participate in controlled substance reviews and audits.
Prioritizes work and leads others to comply with facility medication turn-around time policy and procedure. Identifies areas for improved efficiency. Assists in implementation of process changes. Supervises and assists pharmacy technicians and other support staff effectively. Works with the Director of Pharmacy/VP and Pharmacy Clinical Manager, if applicable to establish, implement, and monitor pharmacy goals and objectives.
Communicates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers as necessary. Responsible for managing the drug formulary by ensuring operational and inventory efficient processes are in place and are followed. Maintains a positive leadership role within the department. Responsible for the development and review of pharmacy policies and procedures. Has oversight of staff schedules. Ensures compliance with hazardous waste guidelines. Keeps abreast of all laws, regulations, and practice site policies regarding hospital pharmacy practice and represents the institution in working with regulatory agencies to facilitate required changes. This position may serve as the Residency Program Director as applicable.
Job Requirements
Required
Bachelors Of Science Pharmacy and Minimum of 3 years of recent pharmacy (or similar) work experience, upon hire or
Doctor Of Pharmacy Pharmacy and Minimum of 3 years of recent pharmacy (or similar) work experience, upon hire and
Pharmacist: WA, upon hire
Preferred
Masters Other MBA, MS, MHA, etc or Minimum of 1 year in a leadership position or pharmacy residency completed, upon hire
Where You’ll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Total Rewards
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Worksite address
silverdale, WA, 98315, US
Who can apply
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