Inpatient Director of Pharmacy in Fenton, MO

A healthcare organization in Fenton, MO seeks an experienced Director of Pharmacy to lead the opening of a new inpatient behavioral health pharmacy. This contract opportunity offers a focused role with days scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with on-call responsibilities on weekends, initially for 8 weeks with possible extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead pharmacy setup in a behavioral health environment, including procurement and packaging of medications
• Oversee stocking and management of Pyxis automated dispensing systems
• Perform order verification once patients are onsite
• Facilitate communication with C-suite executives and Area Director of Pharmacy
• Provide additional support and staffing during the pharmacy setup phase
• Note: No sterile compounding required

Qualifications and Experience:

• Licensed pharmacist in Missouri with pharmacy manager experience
• Proven background in hospital inpatient behavioral health pharmacy operations
• Hands-on experience working with Pyxis automation systems
• Familiarity or willingness to train in medication order entry using HCS software
• Strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate with multiple stakeholders

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
• On-call weekends to support ongoing operations during setup

This role is ideal for a pharmacy leader who thrives in a startup pharmacy environment and has expertise in behavioral health inpatient services. The position is contract based, offering an opportunity to contribute significantly during a critical phase of pharmacy development.

Interested candidates with the specified qualifications are encouraged to apply to explore this rewarding project leadership role.