PHARMACY MANAGER - INPATIENT OPERATIONS (100% FTE, DAY SHIFTS)
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Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
The HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY DEPARTMENT has an outstanding opportunity for a FULL-TIME PHARMACY MANAGER - INPATIENT OPERATIONS. The Pharmacy Manager will assist the Director of Pharmacy Operations with the implementation and ongoing evaluation of inpatient pharmacy services. This position functions as a working leader in providing direct supervision for the pharmacy services area.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee day to day operations of the inpatient pharmacy.
Assist in planning, developing, organizing and evaluating inpatient pharmacy services and maintaining appropriate information systems for the pharmacy.
Assure compliance with all pharmacy laws and regulations, including USP 797, Joint Commission Standards, and National Patient Safety goals.
Coordinate operational activities related to informatics with the Pharmacy Automation and Analytics Manager and Epic analysts.
Assure proper control and recordkeeping of controlled substances.
Coordinate with the director of purchasing and procurement activities related to drug use, control, inventory and billing.
Assist with the annual budget preparation and maintain continuous statistical reports as required to support ongoing evaluation of financial performance.
Provide billing information for inquiries from patients, other hospital departments, and third party payers and assure that patient charges and credits are processed on a timely basis.
Assist in the recruitment and evaluation of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants, and pharmacy interns as applicable to the Inpatient Pharmacy.
Manage the inpatient pharmacy components of the intern program.
REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited School of Pharmacy.
Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Washington.
Graduate degree in management or an ASHP-accredited residency are preferred: may substitute three to five years experience in institutional pharmacy practice.
Demonstrated leadership abilities in the area of hospital pharmacy.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee day to day operations of the inpatient pharmacy.
Assist in planning, developing, organizing and evaluating inpatient pharmacy services and maintaining appropriate information systems for the pharmacy.
Assure compliance with all pharmacy laws and regulations, including USP 797, Joint Commission Standards, and National Patient Safety goals.
Coordinate operational activities related to informatics with the Pharmacy Automation and Analytics Manager and Epic analysts.
Assure proper control and recordkeeping of controlled substances.
Coordinate with the director of purchasing and procurement activities related to drug use, control, inventory and billing.
Assist with the annual budget preparation and maintain continuous statistical reports as required to support ongoing evaluation of financial performance.
Provide billing information for inquiries from patients, other hospital departments, and third party payers and assure that patient charges and credits are processed on a timely basis.
Assist in the recruitment and evaluation of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants, and pharmacy interns as applicable to the Inpatient Pharmacy.
Manage the inpatient pharmacy components of the intern program.
REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited School of Pharmacy.
Eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Washington.
Graduate degree in management or an ASHP-accredited residency are preferred: may substitute three to five years experience in institutional pharmacy practice.
Demonstrated leadership abilities in the area of hospital pharmacy.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.