Sr. Director, Pharmacy

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

General Summary of Position Responsibility:      ��    

Strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing the direction, coordination, and management of pharmacy services across the organization.  This role ensures compliance with all regulatory standards, enhances clinical pharmacy programs, optimizes drug utilization, and drives cost-effective, high-quality pharmacy services. Facilitates, promotes and models a leadership philosophy and style consistent with the Hospital's leadership statement.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinates department continuous quality improvement processes. Is accountable for purchasing of pharmaceuticals. Develops contracts (example: student/university affiliation contracts) related to departmental activities. Leads professional development activities. Participates in community activities consistent with the strategic plan. Ensures appropriate utilization of pharmaceuticals under the auspice of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.

• Implement quality improvement initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Develops and maintains policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards (e.g. CMS, DEA, IDFPR, Joint Commission). Coordinates record maintenance for clinical and legal requirements.

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations including inpatient, 340B hospital and contract pharmacies, and specialty pharmacy services.

• Manage pharmacy budgets, inventory, and procurement in alignment with cost-saving initiatives.

• Plans and implements system changes that enhance the organizational performance. Drive standardization of pharmacy workflows and technology systems (e.g. automation, EHR integration).

• Effectively leads and manages people resources.  Works with operations and clinical directors and managers  to implement appropriate staffing to meet strategic goals.  Identifies collaborative partnerships with physicians to ensure the needs of patients are met.

• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate pharmacy leadership team and staff.

• Ensure adequate staffing, credentialing, ad licensure across all locations.

• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Graduate from an American Council of Pharmaceutical Education Accredited College of Pharmacy. Advanced degree required. Residency and/or specialized training in pediatrics preferred.

• Registered pharmacist or eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois.

• Minimum 5-years pharmacy management experience in a teaching hospital or equivalent experience. 

• Two years of experience at a leadership level.

• Master’s in Business Administration (MBA), Healthcare Administration (MHA), or equivalent preferred.

• Team building skills essential.  Must have good oral and verbal written communication and interpersonal skills.  Must be up-to-date on pharmaceutical literature, new technologies and pharmacy laws and regulations.

• Proven track record in strategic planning, budgeting, and project execution.

Education

Pay Range

$180,960.00-$298,584.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for selec