Director of Pharmacy in Florissant, MO

An interim leadership opportunity is available for a dedicated pharmacy professional specializing in inpatient behavioral health. This role requires overseeing pharmacy operations at a new behavioral health facility preparing to open its doors, with licensed beds expanding from an initial 12 to 96.

Location: Florissant, MO (near St. Louis Lambert International Airport)
Job Type: Contract (starting July 6, approximately 8+ weeks until permanent hire)
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM with on-call duties
• Weekend on-call coverage only
• Additional support may be required during the initial startup phase

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead pharmacy setup in coordination with the Area Director of Pharmacy and C-suite executives
• Procure and package medications and stock Pyxis automation systems
• Verify medication orders once patients are admitted
• Manage day-to-day pharmacy operations independently (no additional pharmacy staff or tech support)
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy standards and maintain open communication with leadership
• Participate in remote training provided by the Area Director of Pharmacy

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Missouri Pharmacist license with Medication Therapy Services certification
• Proven experience in inpatient behavioral health pharmacy practice
• Proficiency with Pyxis automation systems is essential
• Familiarity with the HCS order entry system (training provided)
• Ability to function independently in a new and developing pharmacy environment
• Strong communication skills to interface effectively with executive leadership

Perks:

• Business casual or scrubs dress code, flexible within guidelines
• Opportunity to shape pharmacy operations at a growing behavioral health facility
• Remote training support for system onboarding

This contract position offers an excellent platform for pharmacists looking to expand their leadership experience in a specialized clinical setting. Candidates based locally or willing to relocate are preferred to ensure seamless start-up coordination.

To explore this interim leadership opportunity within pharmacy services at a behavioral health facility, submit your application today.