Director of Pharmacy in Staunton, IL

This opportunity seeks an experienced pharmacy leader to serve as an Interim Director of Pharmacy for a 6-week contract at a 25-bed facility. The role primarily supports a diverse patient population including inpatients, observation, swing bed patients, and outpatients, with an average daily census of 8.

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekends: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (typically covered by PRN staff)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the pharmacy department, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards, particularly in sterile compounding.
• Collaborate closely with the Infection Prevention Specialist on the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program and serve as a key participant on the Infection Prevention Committee.
• Facilitate and lead the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meetings.
• Support system transitions, including Oracle CPOE conversion and onboarding new PRN pharmacists and technicians.
• Oversee delegation and role responsibilities among the Director, pharmacists, and technicians.
• Manage site automation systems including Sentri7, Pyxis, sterile compounding, and other tech support related tasks.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Proven leadership experience as a Director of Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Knowledge or experience with CPS or similar order entry systems preferred.
• Strong background in sterile compounding and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with hospital pharmacy operations, automation technology, and team management.
• Ability to mentor and onboard new staff effectively.

Training & Support:
Comprehensive hospital onboarding, system orientation, CPS compliance, and ongoing operational support will be provided to ensure success in this interim leadership role.

This contract is ideal for a dynamic pharmacy leader ready to make an immediate impact, driving quality and operational excellence in a hospital setting. Apply now to take the lead in advancing pharmacy services and patient care within this engaging role.

Compensation for this position ranges from $60.00 to $70.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.