Inpatient Director of Pharmacy in Orland Park, IL

Step into a pivotal leadership role as the Director of Pharmacy at a respected acute care hospital serving Chicago’s South Shore community since 1912. This direct hire position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $165,000 to $185,000 annually, complemented by a $3,000 annual bonus and relocation considerations for eligible candidates. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a pharmacy team in a historic, nonprofit hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care.

Location:

• Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood

Schedule/Hours:

• Monday through Friday: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
• Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full-spectrum leadership and management of inpatient hospital pharmacy operations including clinical, staffing, financial, and administrative duties
• Collaborate closely with hospital administration and interdisciplinary clinical teams to ensure optimal pharmaceutical care and compliance
• Oversee a diverse pharmacy team consisting of 20 total staff members across full-time, part-time, and PRN roles
• Ensure adherence to Joint Commission and CMS regulatory standards
• Foster a culture committed to community health and supporting an underserved patient population

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active Illinois Pharmacist License in good standing (mandatory)
• Minimum three years of Director of Pharmacy experience in an acute care inpatient hospital setting (mandatory)
• At least three years of acute care inpatient hospital pharmacy experience (mandatory)
• PharmD degree strongly preferred
• Board certification and hospital pharmacy residency completion considered strong advantages
• Proven ability to manage a multi-level pharmacy staff including full-time, part-time, and PRN employees
• Background in community or safety net hospital pharmacy operations preferred

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal day
• Six paid company holidays annually
• Ongoing continuing education and career development programs
• 401(k) plan with company match
• License reimbursement and disability coverage
• Relocation assistance based on distance

This role is ideal for an experienced pharmacy leader driven by clinical excellence and a strong commitment to community health. Candidates considering relocation to Chicago’s South Side are welcomed.

Advance your pharmacy leadership career by applying today to lead and shape the future of pharmacy services within a vibrant, community-focused hospital setting.