Director of Pharmacy in Lees Summit, MO

Provide visionary leadership to transform pharmacy services into a strategic enterprise aligning with clinical excellence, health equity, financial sustainability, and innovation within Community Health Centers. This leadership role includes full oversight of pharmacy operations and the HRSA 340B Drug Pricing Program, ensuring regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and optimal resource utilization. The position serves as a critical advisor to executive leadership and the Board on medication strategy, pharmacy business development, and 340B program optimization, directly impacting medication access and health outcomes for underserved populations.

Location: Kansas City, MO (local candidates or those open to relocation)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead comprehensive pharmacy operations including staffing, workflow efficiency, inventory management, and quality improvement.
• Oversee HRSA 340B Program administration: ensure compliance, manage policies, prevent drug diversion, and enhance program benefits.
• Manage pharmacy financial performance with full P&L responsibility, budgeting, revenue growth, and contract negotiations.
• Serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge maintaining licensure, regulatory compliance, security, and controlled substance accountability.
• Collaborate with leadership and clinical teams to integrate pharmacy services with population health initiatives and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model.
• Develop and enforce pharmacy policies, quality assurance, and continuous improvement programs.
• Recruit, develop, and manage pharmacy staff to promote professional growth and accountability.
• Provide clinical oversight ensuring medication safety, therapy optimization, and evidence-based pharmaceutical care.
• Build partnerships with internal departments and external stakeholders to strengthen pharmacy operations and 340B performance.
• Maintain current expertise in pharmacy practice, regulations, and industry trends for ongoing innovation and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Minimum 7 years outpatient pharmacy supervisory experience.
• At least 3 years experience with outpatient 340B, FQHC, HRSA, and AAAHC environments.
• Preferred: BCACP certification, 340B University On-Demand certification, 340B Advanced Operations Certificate.

Working Conditions:

• Healthcare setting with potential exposure to infectious diseases.
• May require occasional travel to community events and partner sites.
• Physical demands include walking, standing, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines and work collaboratively with diverse teams.

This direct hire opportunity is ideal for a strategic pharmacy leader ready to make a significant impact on community health and innovative pharmacy practice. Candidates able to start ASAP and ideally by September are encouraged to apply. Submit your credentials today to lead pharmacy excellence and advance population health.