Cardinal Health, Inc.
Health System Clinical Director of Pharmacy
Cardinal Health, Inc., Tewksbury Junction, Massachusetts, United States
About the Massachusetts State Office of Pharmacy (MSOPS)
The MSOPS Pharmacy Distribution Center (PDC) provides medications via unit dose or blister card form for facilities throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Job Objective Reporting to the Health System Director of Pharmacy, the Clinical Director plans, organizes, and directs all functions of the MSOPS pharmacy clinical services.
Primary Position Roles
Maintain a professional presence and communicate with pharmacy staff, MSOPS leadership, client staff, medical staff, and clinical managers.
Provide direction to the Health System Director and Clinical Managers regarding management of clinical programs and initiatives that enhance patient care, reduce adverse events, and improve financial performance.
Ensure that site discretionary orders and Clinical Managers maintain health system clinical programs and therapeutic initiatives.
Assist in recommendations for management of cost of sales within the facility.
Assure pharmacy services and activities meet goals and standards of Cardinal Health and MSOPS as defined by the RFR.
Develop, maintain, and update the pharmacy Policy and Procedure manual for the system within PolicyTech.
Participate in P&T committees, including formulary additions, deletions, annual approvals, cost control initiatives, and reporting of drug shortages and controlled substance audits.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and maintain an Antimicrobial Stewardship program.
Achieve acceptable scores on operations assessments and audits (PPA, Regulatory, Accreditation).
Define and manage the activities and performance of pharmacy leadership and staff.
Recruit, hire, retain, and separate employees using Cardinal Health policies and procedures.
Conduct orientation for new hires within 60 days.
Develop and implement a training and competency program for all staff and maintain records of completed competencies.
Assure MUE criteria approval, perform MUE, and report results in committee meetings.
Assure development and implementation of a process for all drug recalls.
Adhere to facility and departmental policies and procedures and comply with state, local, and federal regulations.
Secondary Position Roles
Maintain safety, integrity, and professionalism of pharmacy at all times and communicate with coworkers.
Provide in‑services to pharmacy staff and facility professional staff.
Perform special projects as requested.
Perform as Staff Pharmacist as needed.
Other duties and work scheduled as assigned to assure continuity of service to MSOPS.
Skills Used to Perform
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize
Supervisory skills
Pharmacist skills
Presentation skills
Negotiation skills
Financial management skills
Stress management skills
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE‑accredited school of pharmacy.
Active Registered Pharmacist License in Massachusetts in good standing.
Completion of an ASHP‑accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, or a minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical acute care setting.
Board certification highly preferred.
Previous experience with drug formulary management preferred.
Prior experience as a Pharmacy Supervisor/Manager or evidence of progressive leadership responsibilities preferred.
Ability to work on‑call as needed on a rotational basis.
Ability to travel within the state as needed.
May require vendor credentialing.
Critical Demands
Customer or oriented at all times – must be diplomatic.
Manage diverse workforce.
Pressure to perform in emergency situations.
Overall decision‑making responsibility.
Constant interruptions.
Ability to handle multiple projects.
Salary and Benefits Anticipated salary range:
$136,200-194,500
Bonus eligible:
Yes
Benefits:
Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well‑being.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401(k) savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
Work‑life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application Window Application window closes 12/15/2025. If interested, please submit application as soon as possible.
Equal Opportunity Statement Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Job Objective Reporting to the Health System Director of Pharmacy, the Clinical Director plans, organizes, and directs all functions of the MSOPS pharmacy clinical services.
Primary Position Roles
Maintain a professional presence and communicate with pharmacy staff, MSOPS leadership, client staff, medical staff, and clinical managers.
Provide direction to the Health System Director and Clinical Managers regarding management of clinical programs and initiatives that enhance patient care, reduce adverse events, and improve financial performance.
Ensure that site discretionary orders and Clinical Managers maintain health system clinical programs and therapeutic initiatives.
Assist in recommendations for management of cost of sales within the facility.
Assure pharmacy services and activities meet goals and standards of Cardinal Health and MSOPS as defined by the RFR.
Develop, maintain, and update the pharmacy Policy and Procedure manual for the system within PolicyTech.
Participate in P&T committees, including formulary additions, deletions, annual approvals, cost control initiatives, and reporting of drug shortages and controlled substance audits.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and maintain an Antimicrobial Stewardship program.
Achieve acceptable scores on operations assessments and audits (PPA, Regulatory, Accreditation).
Define and manage the activities and performance of pharmacy leadership and staff.
Recruit, hire, retain, and separate employees using Cardinal Health policies and procedures.
Conduct orientation for new hires within 60 days.
Develop and implement a training and competency program for all staff and maintain records of completed competencies.
Assure MUE criteria approval, perform MUE, and report results in committee meetings.
Assure development and implementation of a process for all drug recalls.
Adhere to facility and departmental policies and procedures and comply with state, local, and federal regulations.
Secondary Position Roles
Maintain safety, integrity, and professionalism of pharmacy at all times and communicate with coworkers.
Provide in‑services to pharmacy staff and facility professional staff.
Perform special projects as requested.
Perform as Staff Pharmacist as needed.
Other duties and work scheduled as assigned to assure continuity of service to MSOPS.
Skills Used to Perform
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize
Supervisory skills
Pharmacist skills
Presentation skills
Negotiation skills
Financial management skills
Stress management skills
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE‑accredited school of pharmacy.
Active Registered Pharmacist License in Massachusetts in good standing.
Completion of an ASHP‑accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, or a minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical acute care setting.
Board certification highly preferred.
Previous experience with drug formulary management preferred.
Prior experience as a Pharmacy Supervisor/Manager or evidence of progressive leadership responsibilities preferred.
Ability to work on‑call as needed on a rotational basis.
Ability to travel within the state as needed.
May require vendor credentialing.
Critical Demands
Customer or oriented at all times – must be diplomatic.
Manage diverse workforce.
Pressure to perform in emergency situations.
Overall decision‑making responsibility.
Constant interruptions.
Ability to handle multiple projects.
Salary and Benefits Anticipated salary range:
$136,200-194,500
Bonus eligible:
Yes
Benefits:
Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well‑being.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401(k) savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
Work‑life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application Window Application window closes 12/15/2025. If interested, please submit application as soon as possible.
Equal Opportunity Statement Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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