UpLevel Sourcing
Director of Pharmacy
Full-Time | Exempt | Acute Care Hospital
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Location: Northeastern Utah (in-person role)
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus
We seek an experienced
Director of Pharmacy
to lead pharmacy operations at a
39-bed Joint Commission–accredited acute care hospital
serving a growing rural community in northeastern Utah. This senior leadership role reports directly to the
CEO
and provides strategic, operational, and clinical oversight of all pharmacy services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hospital-based pharmacy leader who values autonomy, visibility, and direct impact while working closely with executive leadership and interdisciplinary clinical teams.
Position Overview The Director of Pharmacy is responsible for the overall management, performance, and regulatory compliance of the Pharmacy Department. This role ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication management services while supporting high-quality patient care and organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Operations
Direct all pharmacy department activities to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
Develop and implement departmental goals, policies, and standards aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
Lead staffing, scheduling, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Clinical Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, state regulations, and HIPAA.
Integrate evidence-based pharmacy practices into clinical workflows and protocols.
Coordinate and support internal and external audits and inspections.
Partner with clinical leadership to support safe medication use and quality outcomes.
Financial & Resource Management
Prepare, manage, and monitor departmental operating budgets.
Ensure effective use of resources and compliance with allocated funding.
Support cost-effective medication management strategies without compromising quality or safety.
Collaboration & Strategic Support
Work closely with hospital leadership, physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams.
Serve as a pharmacy leader in hospital-wide initiatives and performance improvement efforts.
Contribute to strategic planning and organizational priorities.
Required Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy
(required)
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
(preferred)
Licensure
Active Utah Pharmacist license
or ability to obtain prior to start date
Experience
Prior
acute care hospital pharmacy experience
required
Leadership experience in a hospital pharmacy setting strongly preferred
Schedule & Benefits
Full-time, exempt leadership role
$20,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance available
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage
Retirement plan with employer match
Tuition and certification assistance
Wellness and professional development programs
Facility Overview This
39-bed acute care hospital
is Joint Commission accredited and has been recognized as a
Top 100 Rural Hospital in America for nine consecutive years . The organization is part of a national healthcare system, offering long-term stability, strong resources, and meaningful leadership support while maintaining a community-focused mission.
Why This Role
Direct access to executive leadership
Broad autonomy and decision-making authority
Opportunity to lead pharmacy services with visible, organization-wide impact
Lifestyle-rich destination with abundant outdoor recreation and high quality of life
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Location: Northeastern Utah (in-person role)
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus
We seek an experienced
Director of Pharmacy
to lead pharmacy operations at a
39-bed Joint Commission–accredited acute care hospital
serving a growing rural community in northeastern Utah. This senior leadership role reports directly to the
CEO
and provides strategic, operational, and clinical oversight of all pharmacy services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hospital-based pharmacy leader who values autonomy, visibility, and direct impact while working closely with executive leadership and interdisciplinary clinical teams.
Position Overview The Director of Pharmacy is responsible for the overall management, performance, and regulatory compliance of the Pharmacy Department. This role ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication management services while supporting high-quality patient care and organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Operations
Direct all pharmacy department activities to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
Develop and implement departmental goals, policies, and standards aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
Lead staffing, scheduling, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Clinical Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, state regulations, and HIPAA.
Integrate evidence-based pharmacy practices into clinical workflows and protocols.
Coordinate and support internal and external audits and inspections.
Partner with clinical leadership to support safe medication use and quality outcomes.
Financial & Resource Management
Prepare, manage, and monitor departmental operating budgets.
Ensure effective use of resources and compliance with allocated funding.
Support cost-effective medication management strategies without compromising quality or safety.
Collaboration & Strategic Support
Work closely with hospital leadership, physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams.
Serve as a pharmacy leader in hospital-wide initiatives and performance improvement efforts.
Contribute to strategic planning and organizational priorities.
Required Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy
(required)
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
(preferred)
Licensure
Active Utah Pharmacist license
or ability to obtain prior to start date
Experience
Prior
acute care hospital pharmacy experience
required
Leadership experience in a hospital pharmacy setting strongly preferred
Schedule & Benefits
Full-time, exempt leadership role
$20,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance available
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage
Retirement plan with employer match
Tuition and certification assistance
Wellness and professional development programs
Facility Overview This
39-bed acute care hospital
is Joint Commission accredited and has been recognized as a
Top 100 Rural Hospital in America for nine consecutive years . The organization is part of a national healthcare system, offering long-term stability, strong resources, and meaningful leadership support while maintaining a community-focused mission.
Why This Role
Direct access to executive leadership
Broad autonomy and decision-making authority
Opportunity to lead pharmacy services with visible, organization-wide impact
Lifestyle-rich destination with abundant outdoor recreation and high quality of life
#J-18808-Ljbffr