Pharmacist in Grand Rapids, MI

This opportunity is for a licensed Michigan pharmacist to serve as Director of Pharmacy and Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) at a behavioral health facility in the Byron Center area. The role provides critical pharmacy leadership and operational oversight within a specialized behavioral health setting.

Location: Byron Center, MI (near Gerald Ford International Airport - GRR)
Job Type: Contract
Dates: Immediate start through approximately 8+ weeks, covering until a permanent Director of Pharmacy is hired
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Saturdays (remote), 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify medication orders accurately and efficiently
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and ensure proper stock levels
• Oversee daily pharmacy operations as Director of Pharmacy and PIC
• Utilize HCS system for order entry (experience preferred)
• Manage site automation through Omnicell technology (experience preferred)
• Collaborate within a behavioral health facility environment

Qualifications and Experience:

• Active Michigan pharmacist license in good standing (required)
• Proven experience in pharmacy leadership roles preferred
• Familiarity with behavioral health pharmacy operations an asset
• Competency using HCS order entry and Omnicell automation systems beneficial
• Ability to operate independently without pharmacy technician support

Work Environment and Perks:

• Staff size under direct supervision: Director of Pharmacy
• Dress code: purple scrubs to align with facility culture
• Accommodation recommendation: Home2 Suites by Hilton near the airport
• Opportunity to contribute to a specialized behavioral healthcare population

This is a contract position providing essential pharmacy leadership coverage with flexibility for remote work on weekends. Candidates licensed in Michigan and ready to start promptly are encouraged to apply for this important role supporting behavioral health services.

Apply now to be considered for this key pharmacy leadership contract opportunity.