Director of Pharmacy in Newark, NJ

Lead pharmacy operations at a behavioral health facility in Summit, NJ, serving as both Director of Pharmacy and Pharmacist in Charge (PIC). This contract assignment, lasting approximately 6 to 8 weeks, offers the opportunity to oversee a dedicated team and ensure smooth pharmacy functions in a supportive and well-established setting.

Location: Summit, NJ (Close to Newark Airport)

Schedule and Coverage:

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM plus on-call after each shift
• Weekend on-call coverage only

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfill PIC duties with a minimum of 35 hours per week
• Manage medication order verification and oversight of pharmacy operations
• Participate in meetings and contribute to scheduling
• Collaborate with staff to collect data for Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee
• Support and relieve current pharmacy staff workload
• Utilize HCS order entry system and assist with Omnicell automation
• Oversee pharmacy technicians, including one full-time and multiple part-time/PRN staff
• Maintain compliance and support recent accreditation and state inspection expectations
• Provide leadership without sterile compounding responsibilities

Desired Qualifications:

• Active New Jersey Pharmacist licensure
• Experience with HCS order entry system; familiarity with Omnicell automation preferred
• Background in behavioral health pharmacy practice
• Knowledge of policy development and healthcare compliance
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a multi-disciplinary pharmacy team
• Commitment to professional and neat appearance; comfortable wearing closed-toe shoes

Additional Information:

• On-site staff training will be provided, working alongside a competent team
• This contract role offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to a behavioral health setting through both leadership and hands-on pharmacy practice

Bring your expertise to a role that demands clinical oversight and operational excellence in a focused behavioral health environment. Apply today to engage with a supportive team and make a tangible difference in patient care.

Compensation for this position ranges from $58.00 to $77.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.