Director of Pharmacy - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Oversee pharmacy operations as the Director of Pharmacy at a behavioral health facility requiring experienced inpatient pharmacy management. This contract role, based in Winston-Salem, NC, offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team during a critical transition period, starting February 25th and continuing through May 29th or until a permanent director is appointed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staff and manage all pharmacy operations including dispensing, verifying orders, and checking technician work within the HCS Order Entry System.
• Assist with stocking and managing automation through recently installed Omnicell systems.
• Lead Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee activities, antimicrobial stewardship programs, and develop or update pharmacy policies as needed.
• Maintain timely medication delivery to patients while managing staffing coverage efficiently and controlling drug and personnel costs within budgetary constraints.
• Collaborate with pharmacy technicians for dispensing, ordering, and repackaging tasks; note technicians do not perform order entry.
• Provide leadership during the Joint Commission accreditation window, ensuring compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Licensed pharmacist in North Carolina.
• Proven inpatient pharmacy management experience.
• Behavioral health and Joint Commission accreditation knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with HCS order entry and Omnicell automation is a plus; training is available.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm with on-call duties and occasional weekend coverage if necessary.

Additional Information:

• The position requires 4-5 days of training alongside the outgoing Director of Pharmacy prior to assuming full responsibilities.
• The team includes 2 part-time pharmacists (0.5 FTE), 1 full-time and 3 part-time pharmacy technicians.
• Consideration for travel expenses available if local candidates are not available.

This position offers the chance to make a direct impact on patient care and pharmacy operations within a specialized behavioral health setting. Candidates interested in taking on a leadership role during this transitional phase are encouraged to apply.