Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the director of pharmacy in planning and implementing procedures in hospital pharmacy according to hospital policies and legal requirements.
• Works as part of the system pharmacy leadership team to formulate ideas, analyze problems, develops solutions, budget and planning of operational activities.
• Establishes effective working relationships and maintains open lines of communication with medical staff. Maintains collaborative and cooperative communication and working relationships with all hospital staff to ensure effective operations.
• Confers with information systems to develop computer programs for pharmacy information management systems, patient and department charge systems, and inventory control.
• Participates on Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Safety Committee, Information Systems Committee, Patient Medication Safety Committee, Nursing/Pharmacy Committee plus others as directed by the director of pharmacy.
• Performs human resource responsibilities for staff which include interviewing and selection of new partners, promotions, staff development, performance evaluations, compensation changes, resolution of partner concerns, corrective actions, terminations and overall partner morale
• Ensures all pharmacy operation areas meet productivity, budgetary, partner engagement, and patient outcome targets and standards by continually monitoring and adjusting plans as needed.
• Able to perform all duties of the pharmacy manager
• Other job duties as assigned.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy
Five years supervisory/management experience required

Certification and Licensure

Licensed in Wisconsin/Illinois License in Pharmacy

Skills and Abilities
N/A
Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk, hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Level of Supervision

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Supervises

Directly supervises site pharmacy managers and supervisors as assigned by director of pharmacy. .

PAY RANGE:

$135,072.61 - $216,116.18

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

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