Hospital Pharmacy Manager

About Lakewood Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here oss the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Team The Lakewood Health System Pharmacy team plays an integral role in providing safe, effective, and evidence-based medication management throughout the organization. Supporting hospital pharmacy, oncology pharmacy, and infusion services, the team collaborates closely with providers, nursing, operational leaders, and other departments to ensure patients receive high-quality pharmaceutical care.

Mission for Position The Hospital Pharmacy Manager provides leadership and oversight of hospital pharmacy operations, oncology pharmacy, and infusion medication management services to ensure safe, effective, compliant, and patient-centered medication use throughout Lakewood Health System.

Position Summary The Hospital Pharmacy Manager provides strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for hospital pharmacy, oncology pharmacy, and infusion medication management services. This position oversees medication procurement, preparation, dispensing, distribution, inventory management, medication safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and pharmacy information systems while supporting the continued advancement of clinical pharmacy services. The Hospital Pharmacy Manager leads and develops pharmacy personnel, promotes a collaborative and accountable team culture, supports departmental budgeting and financial performance, and partners with providers, nursing leadership, administration, and other departments to advance safe and effective medication management throughout Lakewood Health System.

The manager also maintains the ability to perform clinical pharmacist duties as needed.

Position Type Full-time | Main Campus Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy.

Current pharmacist licensure in the State of Minnesota.

Ability to maintain current pharmacist licensure and required continuing education.

Experience in hospital pharmacy practice.

Previous pharmacy management, supervisory, or leadership experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of medication safety, regulatory compliance, and pharmacy information systems.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and organizational leaders.

Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, mentor, and develop pharmacy personnel.

Knowledge of applicable pharmacy regulations and standards, including USP , USP , DEA, Board of Pharmacy, and other federal, state, and local requirements.

Ideal Candidate Demonstrates strong leadership and provides clear direction while empowering team members to succeed.

Builds collaborative relationships with providers, nursing, administration, and other operational partners.

Promotes a culture of accountability, professionalism, ownership, and service excellence.

Demonstrates a strong commitment to medication safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based pharmacy practice.

Identifies opportunities to improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and pharmacy services.

Effectively balances strategic leadership with the day-to-day operational needs of a busy hospital pharmacy.

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