Clinical Pharmacy Operations Manager Job ID 29584 Type Regular Full-Time Location US-WA-Seattle Category Allied Health Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

 

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

 

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Manage the Fred Hutch Pharmacy Services at Fred Hutch.Provides oversight of the operations at the inpatient hospital and direct supervision of pharmacy services at the Fred Hutch ambulatory clinic pharmaciesSubstantial responsibility for formulating institutional policy at the department level and assists in the oversight of annual drug expenditures.The Pharmacy Operations Manager will also: develop, implement, and evaluate pharmacy services; resolve day-to-day practice issues at the inpatient hospital and Fred Hutch ambulatory pharmacies; and collaborate with nursing, medical staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient medication processes. Responsibilities

Management:

Oversee day-to-day operations in the Fred Hutch Pharmacy ServicesAssist in planning, developing, organizing and evaluating Fred Hutch Pharmacy ServicesAssist in maintaining appropriate computer operations and other automation systems for the pharmacyEnsure compliance with all pharmacy laws and regulations including USP 797, USP 800, The Joint Commission, and National Patient Safety GoalsMaintain security systems for the pharmacy's physical plant and computer softwareEnsure that policies and procedures are updated and followed in coordination with the Director of PharmacyOversee activities related to drug use, control, storage, inventory, and billingParticipate in quality assurance programs.Maintain effective communication with other persons on the administrative staff with other SLU clinic departmentsProvide management reports as required by the DirectorEnsure proper control of controlled substances and maintain proper records and inventoriesServe as a member of committees as assignedAssume other responsibilities in the management of the pharmacy department as delegated by the Director of Pharmacy

Financial:

Assist with the annual budget preparation and maintain continuous statistical reportsProvide billing information for inquiries from patients and third-party payersEnsure that patient charges and credits are processed on a timely basis

Personnel:

Assist in the recruitment and evaluation of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, and Pharmacy Interns as applicable to the Fred Hutch pharmacyAssist with personnel performance reviews and the development and retention of competent personnel in coordination with the Director of PharmacyEnsure pharmacy staff development, new employee orientation, and training in coordination with the Director of PharmacyEnsure appropriate pharmacy staffingEnsure accuracy of timesheets and leave records, in coordination with Lead Pharmacists

Educational:

Coordinate the experience of IPPE and APPE School of Pharmacy graduate students in outpatient pharmacy practice with the Clinical Pharmacy ManagerProvide lectures for the School of Pharmacy in its graduate and continuing education programsCoordinate externship experiences for pharmacy technician students following contract agreements

 

Research:

Participate in collaborative research with the Schools of Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, and Public HealthEnsure maintenance of records for dispensing of investigational drugs and other drug-related studies

 

Other Duties:

Participate in professional pharmacy organizationsPromote an image of service and goodwill to the patients, public, and hospital staffPerform other related tasks as required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited School of PharmacyEligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the State of Washington4-5 years of Pharmacist experienceDemonstrated leadership abilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate degree in Pharmacy and an ASHP-accredited residency are preferred; may substitute with 3-5 years of experience

Pre Employment Drug Screening: 

As a condition of employment Fred Hutch conducts pre-employment drug testing for this pharmacy role. All offers of employment in the pharmacy department are conditional on the applicant successfully completing and passing a drug test in accordance with the Fred Hutch policy. 

 

The annual base salary range for this position is from $169,520.00 to $282,505.60 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

 

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

 

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Additional Information We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700. Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.