Director of Pharmacy

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers. The pharmacy may also consult with and advise the healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

The Director, Pharmacy plans, organizes and directs all functions of the hospital pharmacy services. This role ensures all legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements are maintained at best practice levels. The Director keeps a professional presence throughout the hospital, develops relationships with clinical and non‑clinical leaders, maintains financial responsibility, and ensures the department delivers on hospital goals and objectives.

• Manages the pharmacy budget and all aspects related to the financial program including profit and loss responsibility.
• Participates in hospital committee meetings necessary to enhance practice and patient care.
• Conducts one-on-one and team meetings with pharmacy staff to review performance and provide coaching as necessary.
• Purchases drugs and supplies in accordance with GPO bids and Cardinal Health best practices.
• Maintains pharmacy scheduling and oversees hiring, firing, and performance management of pharmacy staff members.
• Develops, maintains, and updates a pharmacy policy and procedure manual for the department to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Performs pharmacy related tasks including filling and taking orders in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Pharm
  
  D required.
• Must be in good standing as a licensed pharmacist in the state of Maine.
• Inpatient/hospital pharmacy experience required.
• Pharmacy management experience required.
• Sterile compounding experience required.
• Experience overseeing sterile compounding facilities preferred.
• Board certification(s) preferred.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency and/or fellowship preferred.
• Ability to see, hear, write, and speak clearly to communicate with customers and health‑care professionals.
• Excellent planning, organizing, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work on call or be in an on‑call rotation.
• May require vendor credentialing.

• Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, frontline supervisors and/or business support staff.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals.
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines.
• Decisions have a short‑term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers.
• Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management.
• Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects.
• Gains consensus from various parties involved.

$119,800 - $179,655.

Yes.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlex Pay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Work‑Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

10/10/2025. If interested in this opportunity, please submit an application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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Candidates who are back‑to‑work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.