Manipal Hospital
Urgently Required
Director of Pharmacy (Chief Pharmacist)
Experience : 6 to 10 years
No of vacancies : 1
Job Description: The Director of Pharmacy, also known as the Chief Pharmacist, oversees all aspects of the pharmacy services within a healthcare institution. This role involves strategic planning, managing resources, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing patient care through effective medication management.
Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Administration: Direct the operations and strategy of the pharmacy department, including budgeting, staffing, and policy development.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the pharmacy complies with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards and practices.
Medication Management and Safety: Implement and oversee medication management policies to ensure the safety and efficacy of medication use within the institution.
Clinical Services: Develop and manage clinical pharmacy services to optimize therapeutic outcomes for patients.
Staff Development: Hire, train, and evaluate pharmacy staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring a high level of competency.
Quality Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve the quality of pharmacy services, patient safety, and medication use processes.
Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals to integrate pharmacy services into overall patient care plans.
Education Qualifications: Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school.
Licensure: Active pharmacist license in the state of practice.
Experience: Extensive experience in pharmacy practice, including roles in management and clinical services.
Key Attributes: Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team of pharmacy professionals.
Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop strategic plans for the pharmacy department and to use data for decision-making and quality improvement.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with healthcare professionals, staff, and patients.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Aptitude for identifying issues within pharmacy services and implementing effective solutions.
Knowledge of Healthcare Regulations: Deep understanding of the regulatory environment governing pharmacy practice and medication management.
About the Role: The Director of Pharmacy plays a pivotal role in the management and delivery of pharmacy services in healthcare settings, ensuring that patients receive safe, effective, and optimal medication therapy as part of their overall care.