Pharmacy Health System Director

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Pharmacy Health System Director is responsible for overseeing pharmacy operations of all Great Falls Clinic (GFC) entities, Great Falls Clinic Hospital (GFCH) acute care pharmacy and the GFCH Infusion Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Health System Director will also ensure patients pharmaceutical needs are effectively met by establishing staffing mix, policies, procedures, standards and objectives for the provision of services, oversee the integration of pharmacy practice within the hospital system by coordinating resources to provide maximum level of services to patients and the customer, actively participates in building relationship with the providers, staff and patients by acting as a key customer contact, plan organize, and direct pharmacy department efforts to monitor the quality of staff performance and the effectiveness of pharmacy programs, manage sites finances and participate in departmental budget preparation. Responsible for expense and revenue performance of pharmacies and medication management in the GFC/GFCH Market. Ensure patient safety by managing medication use processes including prescribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring patient outcomes. Supervise, educate, and evaluate staff members. Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies. Prepare and submit productivity reports. 

EDUCATION:

• BS or PharmD from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of Pharmacy Director experience in a complex health care system. 
• Experience using computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and pharmacy information systems, required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current Pharmacist License in good standing with Montana State Board of Pharmacy

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws governing pharmacy services. 
• Proficient in the use and application of new medications and technology. 
• Leadership, administrative, human resources, and managerial skills required. 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively participate on interdisciplinary teams and committees. 
• Business acumen including profit loss understanding, contract negotiations and GPO function required. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. 
• Knowledge of pathophysiology, interpretation of diagnostic criteria, pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapeutics. 
• Problem solving ability and analytical thinking, required. 

NOTICE OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening

ABOUT US:

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties.

Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology.

ABOUT GREAT FALLS:

Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.