Director of Pharmacy - Select Medical Corporation : Job Details

Overview

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical

1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

Director of Pharmacy - Inpatient Rehab

Shift Hours: Full-Time, Director Level Coverage

Kessler Rehabilitation Hospital is currently seeking a Director of Pharmacy to join their collaborative leadership team. The Director of Pharmacy serves as a mentor and plays a key role in developing and growing their Pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity for a strong leader who is looking to take the next step in their professional career or for an experienced director looking to join a dynamic organization.

Benefits of becoming a Director of Pharmacy with us:

* Tuition Assistance up to $5,000 a year after your first full year of employment

* Full-benefits package (Including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, short and long term disability & more)

* Impact on patient's recovery process and quality of life

* High success rate of patients being discharged home

* Team-oriented culture

* A network of over 50K employees nationwide with advancement and relocation opportunities

Responsibilities

The Director of Pharmacy ensures the provision of pharmaceutical services (including clinical pharmacy services) throughout the hospital. Maintains liaisons with outside groups or agencies as needed.

Specifications

* Ensures that direct reports have received upon hire and continue to receive throughout employment the training, information and support to accomplish departmental objectives and meet job requirements.

* Provides regular and accurate performance feedback to direct reports with focus on results, skill expansion, process improvement and learning.

* Ensures success of department operations through building employee engagement, effective talent assessment, continual learning and development, cross-training and succession planning.

* Initiates, schedules, directs and controls the daily operation of the Pharmacy Department through supervision of department supervisors and staff. Works with supervisors to review and evaluate operating procedures, policies, methods and techniques and implement change to increase quality of service, productivity and cost effectiveness.

* Performs all of the duties of a Staff Pharmacist (See Staff Pharmacist Job Description)

* Assures that pharmacy services are provided to patients by developing and implementing the objectives of the department. Working within established standards (i.e., Joint Commission, DOH, Board of Pharmacy and others), determines the department's function, organization/employee complement.

* Makes budget recommendations for capital equipment needs and operational expenses along with a projection of departmental revenues.

* Serves on committees as outlined in the Hospital's Administrative Policies and Procedures. Participates in staff, supervisory and special meetings or projects of committee as required.

* Communicates hospital policies and procedures concerning pharmacy services to hospital employees.

* Maintains system of identifying signatures for all authorized prescribers, including a system of records for the requisitioning and dispensing of pharmaceutical supplies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* Current state licensure as a Pharmacist required

* A minimum of three (3) years of hospital experience within the last 5 years required

* Demonstrate ability of efficiently operate a pharmacy within a healthcare organization required

Preferred Experience:

* One (1) year in a managerial role preferred

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Select Medical's Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:

* Brain Injury

* Spinal Cord Injury

* Stroke

* Amputation

* Neurological Disorders

* Orthopedic Conditions

* Multiple Traumas

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.