What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.
Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.
Job Summary
The Pharmacy Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the pharmacy department. In addition, the Pharmacy Manager provides pharmaceutical care to patients as a staff pharmacist as needed. This position will assist the Director of Pharmacy to assure all legal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements are maintained at the best demonstrated practice. Maintain a professional presence throughout the hospital. Assure pharmacy services and activities are carried out to meet goals and standards of both Cardinal Health and the client/hospital.
Responsibilities
Supervise pharmacists and pharmacy supportive personnel.
Maintain schedules for staff.
Maintain, and update a pharmacy Policy and Procedure manual for the department.
Participate in the hospital P&T committee, assuring (but not limited to) the following items are part of the committee meetings: current drug trends, formulary additions, formulary deletions, annual formulary approval, non-formulary drug use, drug shortages, cost control initiatives, updates to the Policy and Procedure manual, annual review of order sets and protocols, black box warning, ADR reporting, pharmacy intervention reporting, controlled substance audit reporting, automation reporting.
Assist with the Antibiotic Stewardship program, in conjunction with multidisciplinary team members.
Participate in hospital committee meetings necessary to enhance practice and patient care.
Meet or exceed all Accreditation Bodies (TJC, DNV, CMS, BOP) standards related to pharmacy.
Assure there is a process for patient and department charges, and that they are accurately and timely posted to accounts.
Purchase drugs and supplies in accordance with GPO bids and Cardinal Health best demonstrated practices.
Assist in the development and maintenance of information systems and other technology applications within the Pharmacy.
Use Clinical best practices in formulary and cost control.
Responsible for all drug storage areas in accordance with legal and best demonstrated practice.
Oversee preparation and delivery of medication throughout the hospital.
Establish standards and training for sterile product preparation in compliance with USP 795/797/800 non-sterile and sterile preparation standards, including annual review of master formulation records.
Assist with the pharmacy quality activities.
Assist with the medication safety program.
Achieve acceptable scores on operations assessments/audits (PPA, Regulatory, Accreditation, BOP, etc).
Arrange/conduct hospital and pharmacy orientation for new hires within 60 days.
Assist in the develop and implement a training and competency program for all staff and maintain records of those completed competencies.
Assist the Director with the pharmacy budget and all aspects related to the financial program.
Reconcile financial information and communicate on a timely basis.
Assure approval of MUE criteria, perform MUE, and report results in committee meetings.
Assure adequate control and documentation of controlled substances.
Has Power of Attorney to order Schedule II drugs.
Ensure documentation for all drug recalls.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, and quality improvement programs.
Maintains all required training and education per department requirements (e.g. mySpark, myLearning, Continuing Education).
Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, fire, and infection control.
Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in pharmacy or PharmD.
Must be a “good standing” licensed Pharmacist in the state of Maine, or able to obtain licensure.
Prior hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
Prior management experience preferred.
Ability to see, hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.
Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation.
May require vendor credentialing.
Anticipated salary range: $111,500 - $175,340.
Bonus eligible: Yes
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 06/14/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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