Job Description

Job Summary

The Senior Director of Pharmacy Informatics will leverage their expertise in pharmacy practice and health information  technology to enhance medication management, optimize electronic health record (EHR) systems, and ensure safe and  effective use of medications across the organization. This role will involve collaboration with various stakeholders, including  clinical pharmacists, IT professionals, and healthcare providers, to support the integration of informatics into pharmacy  services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of clinical pharmacy expertise, informatics knowledge, and  leadership skills.

Essential Functions

Strategic Leadership: Develops and executes a comprehensive pharmacy informatics strategy that aligns with the  organization's overall goals and enhances medication safety, efficiency, and patient outcomes. System Integration: Oversees the design, implementation, and optimization of pharmacy informatics systems, including  electronic health records (EHR), clinical decision support tools, and medication management platforms. Collaboration: Fosters collaboration with key stakeholders, including IT, clinical leadership, and pharmacy staff, to ensure  effective integration of pharmacy informatics within the broader healthcare system. Data Analytics: Leverages data analytics to monitor medication use, identify opportunities for improvement, and inform  clinical decision-making. Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of pharmacy informatics initiatives. Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines related to pharmacy informatics,  medication safety, and quality assurance. Innovation & Research: Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in pharmacy informatics. Lead research initiatives  aimed at improving clinical practices and advancing the field. Staff Development: Mentors and develops pharmacy informatics staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation,  and professional growth. Budget Management: Oversees the pharmacy informatics budget, ensuring the effective allocation of resources and  monitoring of expenditures.

Qualifications

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree  Master's Degree in Health Informatics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred 5-7 years In clinical pharmacy practice and informatics required  3-6 years In a senior leadership role within a healthcare system 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of pharmacy informatics, pharmacy regulations, clinical pharmacy practices, and medication management  strategies. Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high clinical quality and business appropriateness. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance and is able to manage multiple projects. Mature, credible, reliable, tolerant, and determined. Empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person's point of view. Well-presented and businesslike. Sufficiently mobile and flexible to travel up to a few days a month if called upon. Keen for new experience, responsibility and accountability. Ability to manage complex projects, problem solve, and lead others.

Licenses and Certifications

RPH - Registered Pharmacist State Pharmacist Licensure Required