What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Pharmacy position at Insight?
Insight Institute of Neuroscience & Neurosurgery (IINN) aims to advance, challenge, and revolutionize neurosciences and medicine through scientific research and advanced technology, driven by a passion to help others regardless of any obstacles and challenges that may lie ahead. Our integrated team of medical professionals does so through creative, innovative techniques and care principles developed because of our continuous pursuit to improve the field of medicine. Our integrated team works together to find solutions to both common and complex medical concerns to ensure more powerful, reliable results. Having multiple specialties “under one roof” Insight achieves its purpose in providing a comprehensive, collaborative approach to neuromusculoskeletal care and rehabilitation to ensure optimal results. Our singular focus is Patient Care Second to None!
The Director of Pharmacy is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance, and regulatory compliance of all pharmacy services across the organization. This individual ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication use while advancing clinical excellence and supporting organizational growth.
This role provides oversight across inpatient, outpatient, specialty pharmacy services, as well as psychiatric and Hospital Outpatient Department (HOPD) operations throughout Michigan. The Director works collaboratively with physicians, nursing leadership, administration, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Benefits for our Full Time Team Members:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- 401K with Matching; offerings vested fully @ 3 months of employment paired with eligibility to contribute
- Short & Long Disability, and Life Term insurance, complementary of Full Time Employment
- Additional Supplementary coverages offered @ employee's elections: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, AD&D, etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all pharmacy operations, including inpatient, outpatient, and specialty pharmacy services
- Oversee and support pharmacy services for the organization’s psychiatric hospital, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant medication management practices
- Provide oversight and coordination of medication management across Hospital Outpatient Departments (HOPD) and affiliated facilities throughout Michigan
- Ensure standardization of pharmacy operations, policies, and procedures across all sites
- Develop, implement, and enforce policies in compliance with Michigan Board of Pharmacy, DEA, CMS, and The Joint Commission standards
- Manage departmental budgeting, including drug expenditures, staffing, capital planning, and revenue cycle optimization
- Lead formulary management and Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee initiatives, ensuring evidence-based and cost-effective medication use
- Oversee implementation and optimization of pharmacy systems, including EHR integration, automation, and dispensing technologies
- Direct medication safety programs, including adverse event reporting, medication error reduction, and antimicrobial stewardship
- Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate pharmacy staff, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on clinical program development (e.g., oncology, critical care, infectious disease, transitions of care)
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), including cost per patient, turnaround times, formulary compliance, and patient satisfaction
- Lead and ensure compliance with 340B Drug Pricing Program requirements and optimization strategies, where applicable
- Serve as a subject matter expert during regulatory surveys, accreditation reviews, and internal audits
- Represent the pharmacy department on hospital and executive committees, including Quality, Infection Control, and Medical Executive Committees
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an ACPE-accredited institution
- Active and unrestricted Michigan Pharmacist License
- Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive pharmacy experience, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations, medication use systems, and regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated financial acumen with experience managing large departmental budgets
- Experience with EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) and pharmacy automation technologies
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency; PGY2 in Health-System Pharmacy Administration preferred
- Board certification (e.g., BCPS, BCACP)
- Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, or related field)
- Experience with 340B programs, specialty pharmacy, and integrated health systems
- Lean Six Sigma certification or experience with process improvement methodologies
- Core Competencies
- Strategic thinking with the ability to translate organizational goals into operational execution
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Data-driven decision-making and analytical problem-solving
- Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
- Adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment
- Work Environment
- Primarily on-site within Michigan healthcare facilities
- Requires periodic travel by car to psychiatric hospital, HOPD departments, and affiliated facilities across Michigan
- Standard business hours with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities as needed
- Exposure to clinical healthcare environments, including sterile compounding areas
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!