Director of Pharmacy - Dayton, OH

An opportunity is available for an Interim Director of Pharmacy to oversee operations at a healthcare facility with a licensed bed capacity of 71 and an average daily census of 25-30 patients. This contract position begins on September 14th and is expected to last approximately 13 weeks until a permanent hire is made. The role requires an Ohio Pharmacist license and offers a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, with no weekend or on-call responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage pharmacy scheduling, staffing, and training programs.
• Oversee Coumadin Clinic nurse scheduling and coverage.
• Administer USP competency training for staff.
• Lead and participate in various committee meetings including safety, QAPI, budget, strategic sourcing, stroke, and sepsis.
• Serve as lead for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee.
• Monitor drug diversion and consolidate related data.
• Manage drug shortages and coordinate timely responses.
• Oversee IT initiatives related to EPIC updates and drug library management.
• Supervise sterile compounding training and competency assessments (without direct compounding duties).
• Ensure compliance with 340B State of Ohio reporting requirements.
• Facilitate upcoming Baxter Pump drug library build and Pyxis server upgrade.
• Coordinate USP 797/800 competency testing beginning in late October.
• Support the transition from QS1 to BestRx for outpatient prescriptions, targeted for early next year.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Current pharmacist licensure in Ohio is mandatory.
• Proven leadership experience within acute care pharmacy settings.
• Familiarity with EPIC and pharmacy IT systems.
• Strong organizational skills managing multiple teams including pharmacists, technicians, and nursing staff.
• Excellent communication and committee leadership abilities.
• Experience with compliance requirements such as USP standards, 340B program regulations, and drug inventory controls.

This contract role is designed for a skilled pharmacy leader to maintain high standards and guide operational excellence during the leadership transition. Candidates willing to contribute their expertise in a dynamic, patient-focused environment are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to support critical pharmacy services and ensure seamless continuity of care through this interim director position.