Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Clinical Pharmacy Manager (50% Administrative)
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Job Description
General Summary:
Manages the professional and operational activities of the department, assuring high quality, accurate, efficient and complete pharmacy services. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the department. Responsible for the efficient use of both physical and human resources. Facilitates the operation and growth of Pharmacy Services and its staff members through encouragement, education and mentorship. Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions: Leadership Competencies Personal Leadership: Acts with integrity; builds trusting relationships; approachable; seeks to be helpful; leads from strengths and strives to improve weaknesses; thinks strategically and communicates with others frequently; leads with flexibility and adaptability; models and holds self accountable for Lurie Children’s values and core competencies (service, innovation, and teamwork); leads with courage and confidence; seeks to continuously learn and improve by soliciting and acting on feedback; takes initiative to build knowledge by leveraging resources and asking questions. Organizational Awareness and Alignment: Shares subject matter expertise; frequent and clear communication in all directions to ensure alignment; identifies and collaborates with stakeholders to achieve results; drives to operational excellence; is a good financial steward; is an advocate for self and team members; understands and models the Lurie Children’s culture by living the service principles and values; thinks strategically and shares knowledge; sets and communicates priorities while cascading Lurie Children’s strategic goals; understands organizational structure and navigates successfully; builds and leverages relationships with stakeholders inside Lurie Children’s and beyond own team. Leading Through Change: Leads change confidently and with competence by owning the message and “walking the talk”; is strategic and helps others by communicating often, including providing rationale and vision for changes; asks questions and shares assumptions to support and lead others through ambiguity; is a self-directed learner; gathers knowledge about healthcare climate and cascades to others; communicates and facilitates each initiative to adapt to a rapidly changing healthcare climate; continuously evaluates and improves upon the change to speed up decision-making and ensure the optimal solution is reached. Influencing and Leading Others: Provides clarity by defining roles, responsibilities, and priorities; holds self and others accountable; helps team members grow and develop by finding opportunities and giving frequent feedback; identifies gaps in team’s skills; shares or develops tools and resources to fill gaps; leads with compassion and authenticity; increases span of influence with stakeholders beyond direct reports; actively listens and seeks to understand; breaks down complex problems and helps to set goals and expectations; engages and empowers others; has a mindset of developing others for their own growth and the organization’s success; champion of Lurie Children’s mission and strategic goals by modeling the service principles; proactively addresses performance issues and conflict. Area Specific Job Accountabilities Manages the professional and operational activities of the department. Assures high quality, accurate, efficient and complete pharmacy services. Supervises, coordinates and organizes the day-to-day operational activities in the pharmacy and has authority and accountability for the management of pharmacy employees. Oversees the provision of safe, effective, and efficient operational aspects of pharmacy services including but not limited to: medication procurement, storage, security, preparation and distribution. Organizes and prioritizes the pharmacy workload and collaborates with technicians, pharmacists, and management team to effectively manage daily operations. Routinely evaluates pharmacy services and identifies, develops, and implements ways to improve productivity and efficiency. Ensures adequate staffing to perform the daily departmental functions. Oversees scheduling of pharmacists and technicians. Manages staffing in case of unplanned absences and redirects staff when necessary. Staffs and performs duties of a Clinical Pharmacist. The percentage of online and offline time will be determined by the Pharmacy Senior Director and is dependent on the area that is being managed and can range from 20% to 100% offline. Leads and/or participates in the pharmacy employee recruitment process. Coordinates staff development and training in medication distribution workflows, compounding/ preparation of medications, high risk medications, handling of hazardous drugs and ensures pharmacy staff is competent to perform job functions with routine maintenance and auditing. Measures the performance of pharmacy staff and, when appropriate, oversees employees’ corrective action plans in disciplinary situations according to the organization’s policies and in coordination with Human Resources. Oversees timekeeping and productivity for staff and addresses variances to expectations according to system and departmental policies. Conducts annual performance appraisals for direct reports. Maintains compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., The Joint Commission, CMS, USP 795/797/800, IL State Board of Pharmacy, DEA) and ensures all activities comply with laws and procedures. Coordinates the performance of all aspects of the quality improvement and quality control program of the department; maintains quality data collection systems; manages formulary maintenance and drug shortages; serves on interdisciplinary committees as a pharmacy liaison; participates in internal or external user groups and professional organizations; and creates an environment of high morale and teamwork. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Graduate from an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy required. Advanced degree, residency or specialized training in pediatrics preferred. Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist by the State of Illinois. Prior hospital and leadership experience preferred. Excellent communication and presentation skills; strong team-building abilities. Analytical and problem-solving skills; knowledge of Pharmacy Operations Best Practices. Education
Pay Range $141,440.00-$233,376.00 Salary information: At Lurie Children’s, compensation is competitive and aligned with market rates and internal equity. The pay range indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are reviewed regularly. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offers a comprehensive rewards package including potential differentials for some roles, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. Benefits
Benefit Statement For full-time and part-time employees who work 20 or more hours per week, we offer a generous benefits package including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer-paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability; Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage; Tuition assistance; Student loan servicing and support; Adoption benefits; Backup Childcare and Eldercare; Employee Assistance Program and other behavioral health resources; Discounts on services at Lurie Children’s facilities; Discount purchasing program Equal Opportunity
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Job Description
General Summary:
Manages the professional and operational activities of the department, assuring high quality, accurate, efficient and complete pharmacy services. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the department. Responsible for the efficient use of both physical and human resources. Facilitates the operation and growth of Pharmacy Services and its staff members through encouragement, education and mentorship. Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions: Leadership Competencies Personal Leadership: Acts with integrity; builds trusting relationships; approachable; seeks to be helpful; leads from strengths and strives to improve weaknesses; thinks strategically and communicates with others frequently; leads with flexibility and adaptability; models and holds self accountable for Lurie Children’s values and core competencies (service, innovation, and teamwork); leads with courage and confidence; seeks to continuously learn and improve by soliciting and acting on feedback; takes initiative to build knowledge by leveraging resources and asking questions. Organizational Awareness and Alignment: Shares subject matter expertise; frequent and clear communication in all directions to ensure alignment; identifies and collaborates with stakeholders to achieve results; drives to operational excellence; is a good financial steward; is an advocate for self and team members; understands and models the Lurie Children’s culture by living the service principles and values; thinks strategically and shares knowledge; sets and communicates priorities while cascading Lurie Children’s strategic goals; understands organizational structure and navigates successfully; builds and leverages relationships with stakeholders inside Lurie Children’s and beyond own team. Leading Through Change: Leads change confidently and with competence by owning the message and “walking the talk”; is strategic and helps others by communicating often, including providing rationale and vision for changes; asks questions and shares assumptions to support and lead others through ambiguity; is a self-directed learner; gathers knowledge about healthcare climate and cascades to others; communicates and facilitates each initiative to adapt to a rapidly changing healthcare climate; continuously evaluates and improves upon the change to speed up decision-making and ensure the optimal solution is reached. Influencing and Leading Others: Provides clarity by defining roles, responsibilities, and priorities; holds self and others accountable; helps team members grow and develop by finding opportunities and giving frequent feedback; identifies gaps in team’s skills; shares or develops tools and resources to fill gaps; leads with compassion and authenticity; increases span of influence with stakeholders beyond direct reports; actively listens and seeks to understand; breaks down complex problems and helps to set goals and expectations; engages and empowers others; has a mindset of developing others for their own growth and the organization’s success; champion of Lurie Children’s mission and strategic goals by modeling the service principles; proactively addresses performance issues and conflict. Area Specific Job Accountabilities Manages the professional and operational activities of the department. Assures high quality, accurate, efficient and complete pharmacy services. Supervises, coordinates and organizes the day-to-day operational activities in the pharmacy and has authority and accountability for the management of pharmacy employees. Oversees the provision of safe, effective, and efficient operational aspects of pharmacy services including but not limited to: medication procurement, storage, security, preparation and distribution. Organizes and prioritizes the pharmacy workload and collaborates with technicians, pharmacists, and management team to effectively manage daily operations. Routinely evaluates pharmacy services and identifies, develops, and implements ways to improve productivity and efficiency. Ensures adequate staffing to perform the daily departmental functions. Oversees scheduling of pharmacists and technicians. Manages staffing in case of unplanned absences and redirects staff when necessary. Staffs and performs duties of a Clinical Pharmacist. The percentage of online and offline time will be determined by the Pharmacy Senior Director and is dependent on the area that is being managed and can range from 20% to 100% offline. Leads and/or participates in the pharmacy employee recruitment process. Coordinates staff development and training in medication distribution workflows, compounding/ preparation of medications, high risk medications, handling of hazardous drugs and ensures pharmacy staff is competent to perform job functions with routine maintenance and auditing. Measures the performance of pharmacy staff and, when appropriate, oversees employees’ corrective action plans in disciplinary situations according to the organization’s policies and in coordination with Human Resources. Oversees timekeeping and productivity for staff and addresses variances to expectations according to system and departmental policies. Conducts annual performance appraisals for direct reports. Maintains compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., The Joint Commission, CMS, USP 795/797/800, IL State Board of Pharmacy, DEA) and ensures all activities comply with laws and procedures. Coordinates the performance of all aspects of the quality improvement and quality control program of the department; maintains quality data collection systems; manages formulary maintenance and drug shortages; serves on interdisciplinary committees as a pharmacy liaison; participates in internal or external user groups and professional organizations; and creates an environment of high morale and teamwork. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Graduate from an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy required. Advanced degree, residency or specialized training in pediatrics preferred. Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist by the State of Illinois. Prior hospital and leadership experience preferred. Excellent communication and presentation skills; strong team-building abilities. Analytical and problem-solving skills; knowledge of Pharmacy Operations Best Practices. Education
Pay Range $141,440.00-$233,376.00 Salary information: At Lurie Children’s, compensation is competitive and aligned with market rates and internal equity. The pay range indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are reviewed regularly. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offers a comprehensive rewards package including potential differentials for some roles, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. Benefits
Benefit Statement For full-time and part-time employees who work 20 or more hours per week, we offer a generous benefits package including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer-paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability; Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage; Tuition assistance; Student loan servicing and support; Adoption benefits; Backup Childcare and Eldercare; Employee Assistance Program and other behavioral health resources; Discounts on services at Lurie Children’s facilities; Discount purchasing program Equal Opportunity
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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