Director of Pharmacy

Key Details

Location:

Vernal, UT

Employment Type:

Full Time

Required

Qualification:

Utah Pharmacy license (or ability to obtain prior to starting)

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (Doctorate preferred)

The Director of Pharmacy provides leadership and oversight for the Pharmacy Department, ensuring safe, accurate, efficient, and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical services. This role manages staffing, operations, budget, regulatory compliance, clinical protocols, and strategic development to support exceptional patient care quality across the organization.

• Lead departmental strategy and daily operations to support organizational goals
• Develop and implement pharmacy programs, policies, and standards
• Direct and evaluate patient care delivery models, service levels, workflows, and technology use
• Manage budgets and ensure financial performance within allocated resources
• Oversee hiring, staffing, performance reviews, training, and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with federal/state regulations, including HIPAA
• Integrate evidence‑based clinical practices across medication management
• Foster professional development and educational growth within the department
• Coordinate and oversee internal/external audits and regulatory inspections
• Collaborate with clinical teams, administrative leadership, and quality functions

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (accredited school)
• Active Utah Pharmacist License or ability to obtain prior to start
• Leadership/management experience in a pharmacy environment
• Strong operational, clinical, and regulatory knowledge

• Doctorate in Pharmacy (Pharm
  
  D)
• Acute care or hospital leadership experience
• Budget management experience

• Pharmacy operations leadership
• Clinical quality & regulatory compliance
• Staff supervision & development
• Audit and accreditation oversight
• Strategic planning and budgeting
• Customer service excellence
• Evidence-based practice integration
• Healthcare systems collaboration

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.