Director of Pharmacy

Why CHOC?

At CHOC Children’s, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC Children’s can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC Children’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC Children’s can take you.

Job Summary

The Director of Pharmacy assumes legal responsibility and carries out the leadership and operational functions for CHOC's pharmaceutical services and designated as the Pharmacist-in-Charge" on CHOC's hospital pharmacy license. Ensures that the departments' objectives are synchronized with the overall mission and financial/clinical goals of the organization. Takes the prime role in addressing CHOC's response in "bridge" between Administration and the Medical Staff to sensitize them to these important issues and collaborates with them individually and in an organized manner to solve compliance problems. Develops clinical pharmacy programs that support the nursing and medical staff and other allied health associates in delivering care; contributes to both clinical and financial positive patient outcomes. Provides input to professional organizations and regulatory agencies that impact pharmacy practices at CHOC.

Experience

* Required: Minimum five (5) years as a senior manager in an academically oriented or pediatric facility.

* Preferred: Over three (3) years of experience as a Director of Pharmacy strongly preferred.

Education

* Required: Doctor of Pharmacy.

* Preferred: MBA; completion of an ASHP accredited residency program.

Training

* Required: None required.

Specialized Skills

* Required: Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards; care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork; understands and exceeds customer expectations. Knowledge of Family-Centered Care Concepts and Quality Improvement methodologies. Demonstrated skill in collaborating with medical staff, allied health professionals, peers and staff. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities concurrently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to successfully provide/promote safe care within the parameters of licensure and regulatory requirements, practice requirements and hospital systems. Excellent conflict resolution skills and proven ability to effectively lead teams to consensus. Budgeting, variance tracking and productivity monitory.

* Preferred: Working knowledge of managed care and capitation principles. Experience with budget and productivity systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel).

Licensure

* Required: Pharmacist

Recognized year after year as national leader in employee engagement, and named one of the best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, this is an exciting time to be at CHOC Children’s. Our campus is constantly growing and offering new state-of-the art programs and services as we continue to meet the needs of more than 250,000 children annually, making the opportunities for career enrichment endless. 

We offer highly competitive salary levels and benefits, but the personal growth and fulfillment you’ll find at CHOC, coupled with an inspiring mission to nurture, advance, and protect the health and well being of children, are perhaps the most valuable payouts of all. We hope you will join our dedicated and talented team of associates committed to the highest standards of care and making a difference in the lives of children in Orange County – and beyond.