Step into a leadership role overseeing pharmacy operations at a dynamic hospital environment. This opportunity is for an Interim Director of Pharmacy and Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) to manage and support pharmacy services within a behavioral health setting.
Location: Wayne, WV (River Park Hospital)
Position Type: Contract, starting 8/31/26 until a permanent Director of Pharmacy is hired
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- On-call duties after shifts and on weekends
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead pharmacy department administration and staff management as PIC
- Oversee staffing, workflow, and distribution of medications
- Collaborate with clinical teams to support patient care in behavioral health
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards
- Support inventory management with pharmacy technicians
- Participate in training and transition with retiring Director of Pharmacy
Desired Experience and Qualifications:
- Current pharmacist licensure in West Virginia
- Hospital pharmacy background strongly preferred
- Experience with Omnicell automation system (training provided)
- Familiarity with HCS order entry system (training provided)
- Leadership skills managing pharmacists and technicians
- Strong organizational and communication abilities
Facility Highlights:
- 165 licensed beds, average census 130
- Pharmacy staff includes 1 full-time pharmacist, 4 per diem pharmacists, and 2.6 full-time equivalent technicians
- Supportive team environment with onsite training from outgoing Director of Pharmacy
- Business casual dress code
This contract assignment offers an impactful chance to provide pharmacy leadership during a transitional period while gaining experience in a behavioral health hospital. Candidates seeking to apply hospital pharmacy management expertise are encouraged to submit their application for consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement