Director of Pharmacy | Ottumwa, Iowa

An Interim Director of Pharmacy opportunity is available at a smaller inpatient facility in Ottumwa, Iowa. This role offers the chance to lead a pharmacy team through a critical transition period, providing strong management and operational oversight while supporting recruitment for a permanent hire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) and lead a team of 3 pharmacists and 4 technicians.
• Manage inpatient pharmacy services, including oversight of sterile compounding compliant with USP 797 and 800 standards.
• Provide staffing leadership, coordinate schedules, and participate in meetings to ensure smooth pharmacy operations.
• Oversee financial performance related to pharmacy services.
• Assist in stabilizing pharmacy operations and represent the staffing agency during the interim period.
• Provide limited on-call coverage to support staffing needs.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current Iowa pharmacist license is required.
• Demonstrated experience in inpatient pharmacy operations and staff management.
• Familiarity with Meditech order entry system and Omnicell automation preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to stabilize and improve pharmacy workflow.
• Prior experience with sterile compounding and regulatory compliance.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday business hours with some flexibility as needed.

Additional Details:

• Professional dress code required.
• Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure successful onboarding.

This contract opportunity is ideal for a Pharmacy Director or experienced inpatient manager looking to guide a dedicated team through an important transitional phase. If you have a passion for leadership and operational excellence in a smaller hospital setting, apply now to contribute to a vital healthcare community.