Director of Pharmacy – Behavioral Health Hospital
About this role
Director of Pharmacy - Behavioral Health Hospital
Specialty Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Director of Pharmacy for a full-time opportunity in Sacramento, CA. This position involves overseeing pharmacy operations across two behavioral health facilities, including staff management, scheduling, regulatory compliance and daily pharmacy services.
We are looking for a pharmacist with strong leadership experience who can maintain efficient pharmacy operations and ensure continuity of care across both locations.
Assignment Details
• Start Date: ASAP • Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday • Pharmacy Hours: 7:30 AM-7:00 PM • On-Call: Required when the pharmacy is closed • Weekend Coverage: May be required, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM • Setting: Behavioral Health, overseeing two facilities • Order Entry System: HCS, training provided • Training: Provided prior to starting
Requirements
• Active California Pharmacist license in good standing • Pharmacy management or leadership experience required • Hospital pharmacy experience preferred, but candidates with strong management skills will be considered • Behavioral health pharmacy experience preferred • Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills • Ability to oversee pharmacy operations and staffing across two facilities • Familiarity with regulatory compliance and hospital pharmacy standards
Responsibilities
• Oversee daily pharmacy operations across two behavioral health facilities • Manage pharmacy staff, including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians • Coordinate scheduling and ensure adequate staffing coverage at both locations • Provide direct pharmacist coverage as needed • Participate in hospital committees and interdisciplinary meetings • Maintain compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations and accreditation standards • Support medication safety, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives • Ensure continuity of pharmacy services and effective communication between both facilities • Provide on-call and occasional weekend coverage as required
Benefits
• Full medical benefits • Comprehensive 401k package • Weekly Direct Deposit payments • Professional support from our experienced team • Travel assistance may be available for qualified candidates
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