Director of Pharmacy - Hospital

Soliant Health is seeking an experienced Director of Pharmacy for a permanent leadership opportunity in Chicago, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven acute care pharmacy leader to oversee clinical, operational, administrative, staffing, and financial functions while making a meaningful impact in a community-focused hospital serving an underserved population.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Direct Hire, Permanent
• Location: Chicago, Illinois
• Setting: Approximately 135-bed acute care hospital
• Pharmacy Team: Lead a department of approximately 20 full-time, part-time, and PRN employees
• Salary: $165,000–$185,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Bonus: Eligible for annual company bonus
• Relocation: Assistance may be considered based on relocation distance

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope leadership for the clinical, operational, administrative, staffing, and financial management of the pharmacy department
• Lead and develop a multi-level pharmacy team across full-time, part-time, and PRN staff
• Partner with hospital administration and clinical leadership to support patient care and organizational goals
• Maintain strong regulatory compliance, including Joint Commission and CMS standards
• Drive pharmacy operations and clinical services within a community-focused acute care hospital

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois Pharmacist License in good standing — required
• Minimum of 3 years of Director of Pharmacy experience in an acute care inpatient hospital — required
• Minimum of 3 years of acute care inpatient hospital pharmacy experience — required
• All active and inactive pharmacist licenses must be disclosed and verified to be in good standing
• Strong leadership experience managing pharmacy staff and operations

Preferred Qualifications

• PharmD strongly preferred
• Board Certification strongly preferred
• Pharmacy residency experience is a plus
• Experience with Joint Commission and CMS compliance
• Background working in a community hospital or safety-net hospital setting

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education and career development opportunities
• License reimbursement
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Relocation assistance considered

Pharmacy Hours:
Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 AM–8:00 PM

This position is ideal for an experienced hospital pharmacy leader looking to make a meaningful impact while serving a diverse and historically underserved community.

Nicholas Denver, Pharmacy Account Executive
To apply, send your most up-to-date resume to: [email protected]
or
Call me direct at:

281-552-7278