Pharmacy Operations ManagerLocation: Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time, Exempt | Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends & on-call
- Compensation: Starting at $61.44 per hour ($127,795 per year), based on education and experience.
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, retirement with match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts.
What You'll Do as a Pharmacy Operations Manager- Oversee the day-to-day operations of UNC Health Appalachian pharmacy departments.
- Partner with pharmacy leadership to meet financial targets and key performance metrics.
- Provide oversight, direction, and support to the Director and pharmacy team members.
- Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and take initiative to drive change.
- Assist with human resource management and promote a positive, healthy work environment through clear communication.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, colleagues, physicians, leadership, and volunteers.
- Support top-tier outcomes for patient experience, quality, and safety.
- Adhere to UNC Health Appalachian policies, regulatory requirements, and standards of behavior, practicing within the scope of your license.
Qualifications- Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy required.
- Master's Degree in Pharmacy required.
- PharmD preferred.
- Experience:
- 3 or more years of clinical experience required.
- Previous experience leading pharmacy departments required, preferably in a hospital setting.
- Licensure/Certifications:
- Licensed as a Pharmacist in the State of North Carolina.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Full knowledge of the pharmacist role and of pharmacy operations at the leadership level.
- Strong communication skills; ability to work within the chain of command using positive verbal and non-verbal techniques.
- Competence in delivering safe, effective patient care within the limits of license, certifications, and hospital policy.
- Knowledge of the continuum of care provided in the patient care department.
- Exceptional customer service for patients, families, staff, and physicians.
Physical & Work Environment- Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking, often 8+ hours per day; frequent bending, squatting, twisting, turning, and reaching.
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 lbs; manual dexterity and mobility required.
- Frequent hand, finger, and wrist repetition; near visual acuity and close eye work; speaking, reading, and writing for extended periods.
- Pharmacy and office environment.
- Subject to occasional evenings, weekends, on-call, and emergencies as operational needs require.
What Sets Us Apart- Career Growth: Structured advancement pathways, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing development through our Career Pathways Program.
- Impactful Work: As the Pharmacy Operations Manager, you'll lead the teams and systems that ensure safe, reliable medication care across our three community hospitals and outpatient facilities.
- Community & Lifestyle: Boone ranks among the best small towns in America, offering outdoor recreation, arts, culture, and a welcoming atmosphere.
- Inclusive Culture: UNC Health Appalachian is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every team member feels valued and supported.
Ready to lead pharmacy operations where excellence meets compassion? Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian and make a lasting impact on our community.
