Director of Pharmacy - Ballwin, Missouri

A Behavioral Health facility in St. Louis is seeking an experienced professional to serve as an Interim Director of Pharmacy starting July 6th, with an expected duration of approximately 8 weeks until a permanent placement is made. This opportunity involves leading the pharmacy department through its startup phase at a newly established facility licensed for 96 beds, initially operating with 12 inpatient beds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the pharmacy setup including procurement, packaging, and stocking of medications
• Manage Pyxis automation systems, ensuring smooth operation and accurate inventory control
• Verify medication orders after patients are admitted onsite
• Maintain effective communication with executive leadership and the Area Director of Pharmacy
• Provide on-call coverage Monday through Friday and for weekends as needed during startup
• Coordinate with remote training resources to ensure compliance and efficient operations

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Licensed Pharmacist in Missouri with Medication Therapy Services certification
• Strong background in inpatient behavioral health pharmacy practice
• Proficiency with Pyxis automation systems required
• Familiarity with the HCS order entry system; training will be provided
• Ability to work independently without pharmacy technicians or additional staff support
• Local candidates preferred due to on-site responsibilities and ease of communication

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, plus on-call coverage
• Weekend on-call only

This role offers the chance to lead pharmacy operations at an exciting new behavioral health site with significant opportunity to shape the service delivery model. The facility has a business casual or scrubs dress code with no strict color requirements.

If you have a strong inpatient behavioral health pharmacy background and want to contribute your expertise during an important startup phase, apply today to be considered for this impactful interim leadership role.