Pharmacist in Charge - Barboursville, WV

This opportunity is for an interim Director of Pharmacy and Pharmacist in Charge to provide leadership and management coverage at a behavioral health facility. The role involves overseeing pharmacy operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting staff in a 165-licensed bed hospital with an average daily census of 130.

Location: Barboursville, WV
Job Type: Contract (starting 8/31/26 until permanent hire)
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• On-call coverage after shifts and on weekends

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily pharmacy operations including staff oversight and administrative duties of the Pharmacist in Charge role
• Collaborate with pharmacy staff consisting of 1 full-time pharmacist, 4 per diem pharmacists, and 2.6 full-time equivalent technicians
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with all state and federal pharmacy regulations
• Participate in order filling, delivery, and inventory management processes alongside technician support
• Utilize HCS for order entry and Omnicell automation system (training provided)
• Provide leadership during the transition period, receiving onsite training from the retiring Director of Pharmacy

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active West Virginia pharmacist license is required
• Experience in hospital pharmacy settings, preferably within behavioral health
• Familiarity with Omnicell technology and HCS order entry system is highly valued; training is available
• Proven leadership abilities in pharmacy management and staffing
• Ability to work weekends and be on-call as scheduled

Work Environment and Dress Code:
The position requires a business casual dress code and offers a collaborative environment with a dedicated pharmacy team supporting behavioral health specialty care.

This contract assignment is an excellent opportunity for pharmacists seeking interim leadership experience in a hospital setting with comprehensive support and training. Candidates ready to take on responsibility and guide a pharmacy department through transition are encouraged to apply.