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Director, Pharmacy at University Health

University Health San Antonio, TX

Job Description

Director, Pharmacy - University Health Babcock Specialty Hospital

Come grow with us! At University Health, we are building a healthier future with our community hospitals. We welcome driven healthcare leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to make a lasting impact.


University Health is Leading the Way

For more than 100 years, University Health has been here to heal, to improve health, to lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine. Above all, the people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust us with their health and lives with the highest quality care, respect and compassion.

At the University Health main campus, University Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for South Texas .

Position Summary

Directs the overall operation of the inpatient pharmacy department including, but not limited to, physician order verification for accuracy and appropriateness, drug storage, medication security and distribution, staffing and assuring appropriate use of equipment and other resources.

  • Assures compliance with USP 797 in Sterile Processing and compliance with TJC, Texas State Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory agencies.
  • Provides strategic leadership in continuous improvements of pharmacy operations.
  • Communicates effectively with staff and other professional colleagues and represents pharmacy in meetings and multi-disciplinary teams as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Licensure to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas is required.
  • Master's degree in business or health care administration is preferred.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a pharmacy leadership position in the acute care setting.
  • Strong communications and computer skills is required.

LICENSURE

  • Licensure or license eligible to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas is required.
  • Must be registered with the Texas state Board of Pharmacy as a Preceptor.

Total Rewards:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Extensive ancillary benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Retirement Plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Pet Insurance

Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of University Health!

Typical senior pay: $131k for Producers and Directors nationally

National salary averages
Expected senior-level
$131k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$43k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $199k

Top performers earn significantly more—skill and negotiation matter.

Senior roles pay 119% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

Pay is responsive to skills and negotiation. Position yourself as a specialist.

Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Strong
Mobility
Good mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Specialists with niche skills
Weaker for: Generalists

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wide pay variance: Compensation depends heavily on employer and specialization.

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off

Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

+5%
10yr growth
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024