Director of Pharmacy at Lifepoint Health

DescriptionDirector of PharmacyThis position will oversee all pharmacy functions for two facilities- Centra Behavioral Health Hospital a 72-bed facility opening in spring of 2026 and Centra Rehabilitation Hospital a 50-bed facility opening in summer of 2026. Job Type: Full Time DaysYour experience mattersAt Centra Behavioral Healthwe are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality scalability and significant impact across our hospitals and your role youll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.Job SummaryThe Pharmacy Director functions as the Pharmacist in Charge and is responsible for operational management of the Pharmacy Department including functioning as the primary pharmacist. The primary function of this position is to manage the department in compliance with the philosophy policies procedures goals and budget of the department along with oversight of any pharmacy department staff. The director incorporates and demonstrates customer service strategies to achieve the organizations goals. This position will oversee all financial operations for the Behavioral Health facility a 72-bed unit and the Inpatient Rehabilitation facility which has 50 beds.How youll contributeDevelops and implements departmental goals plans and standards consistent with the clinicaladministrative legal and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.Directs and evaluates departmental operations including patient care delivery information technologies service level determination and complaint management to achieve performance and quality control objectives.Plans and monitors staffing activities including hiring orienting evaluating disciplinary actions and continuing education initiatives.Prepares monitors and evaluates departmental budgets and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.Ensures department stays focused on their important role in the continuum of care.Regular and reliable attendance.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional Information:Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers clients patients contractors and vendors.Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g. HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.QualificationsGraduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with Pharmacist degree. Pharm.D. preferred.MBA/MS or equivalent education/experience preferredLicenses/Certification:Current State Certification/Licensure as required by state.Minimum three years experience in hospital pharmacy is desirable.About UsCentra Behavioral Health is a brand-new behavioral health hospital located in Lynchburg VA. We provide inpatient and outpatient programming for those facing mental health and addiction challenges. Our programs offer compassionate behavioral health treatment for children adolescents and adults as well as specialized treatment for military veterans first responders and other frontline professionals as part of our Help for Heroes program.Programs include inpatient mental health and addiction treatment Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).EEOC StatementCentra Behavioral Healthis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centra Behavioral Healthis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1