Director of Pharmacy - Paterson, NJ

An experienced pharmacy professional is needed to manage pharmacy operations in a behavioral health facility in Summit, NJ. This role combines responsibilities as Director of Pharmacy and Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC), requiring strong leadership and clinical skills within a specialized setting.

Location: Summit, NJ (near Newark Airport)
Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• On-call coverage after each weekday shift
• Weekend on-call coverage only
  Contract Duration: 6 to 8 weeks

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfill PIC duties with a minimum commitment of 35 hours per week
• Oversee order verification and manage pharmacy meetings and scheduling
• Lead data collection efforts for Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) committee activities
• Support and relieve current pharmacy staff through hands-on leadership
• Collaborate with pharmacy technicians for order filling, including utilization of Omnicell automation system
• Maintain compliance with all policies and regulatory requirements
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide pharmacy support outside of regular hours

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Active New Jersey Pharmacist licensure required
• Proficiency with HCS order entry system is essential
• Experience with pharmacy policy development and implementation
• Familiarity with Omnicell automation preferred
• Previous leadership experience in a behavioral health pharmacy setting highly desirable
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities

Facility & Work Environment:

• Behavioral health specialty with supportive, competent staff including 1 full-time and several part-time/PRN technicians and pharmacists
• No sterile compounding responsibilities
• Recent Joint Commission and state inspections completed with positive outcomes
• Professional dress code: clean, neat attire with comfortable closed-toe shoes

This assignment is ideal for a pharmacist director seeking an interim leadership role in a reputable behavioral health facility. On-site training will be provided to ensure smooth integration. Interested candidates who meet the requirements and desire a focused leadership opportunity are encouraged to apply promptly.

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.