Mgr Pharmacy Operations

Company: Rush University Medical Center
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 10, 2025

Job Description:

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $63.23 - $99.59 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.Summary:The Pharmacy Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating operations of the Central and OR Satellite Pharmacies to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operational workflows. The scope includes coordination and optimization of technology including dispensing carousels, Pyxis, EPIC workflows, oral repackaging and compounding and overall dispensing and delivery of patient medications.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:1. Coordinate workflow for the central pharmacy including ADC restock, oral and IV preparation and dispensing, dispensing carousel operations, and other technology that is used within pharmacy operations.2. Responsible for maintenance of regulatory requirements for USP and and , and The Joint Commission requirements including application to daily workflows and competency maintenance.3. Initiate, maintain, and update policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations.4. Advocate for participation in the Pharmacy Department Technician Career Ladder and PCAP programs for operational technicians and pharmacists.5. Supervise distribution pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, including meeting requirements for all direct reports.6. Supervise and mentor Pharmacy Technician Supervisor(s) and Pharmacy Operations Supervisor as outlined in the pharmacy reporting structure.7. Coordinate operational informatics implementation, optimization, and daily workflow needs.8. Conduct personnel related functions including, but not limited to hiring, performance appraisals, disciplinary action, and approval of employee leaves.9. Collaborate with the Medication Safety Officer. Pharmacist and Technician Supervisors on improving the medication use process.10. Maintain a leadership role in the transformation of pharmacy systems, practice, and facilities.11. Support residency and experiential education programs by precepting APPE/IPPE students and residents.12. Participate in pharmacy leadership department meetings including, but not limited to 3M, Drug Shortages. Central Operations Pharmacy (COP) Meeting, Pharmacy Townhall, and Post Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee Meeting.13. Actively engage in the weekly and weekend Pharmacy Administrator on Call (PAOC)program.Other information:Required Job Qualifications:--- PharmD, PGY1 and MBA.--- Five years of pharmacy management experience--- Three years of experience in acute care hospital environment.--- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Illinois.--- In depth knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations and automation, with special emphasis on existing and planned products, automated dispensing, IV compounders, packagers, bar code applications, and supply chain solutions.--- Strong project management skills.--- Proficient in Microsoft Office.--- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.--- Excellent interpersonal skills.--- Ability to demonstrate responsibility and accountability for all aspects of professional practice.--- Ability to consistently strive to improve liaisons with other professionals and departments.--- Ability to mentor and teach residents and students.Preferred Job Qualifications:--- PGY2 Administrative Residency.--- Knowledge and experience with Pyxis, RxWorks, DoseEdge, Alaris, and RIVA.Physical Demands:--- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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