Manager Clinical Pharmacy

Responsible for directing, coordinating and managing clinical Pharmacy services and ensuring the Pharmacy department provides optimal clinical services. Facilitates the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems and processes that promote desirable patient outcomes through the use of safe, evidence-based, cost-effective medication therapies. Responsible for oversight of staff competencies, scheduling, and other daily operations as needed. Directs and participates in the department’s long-term planning, revenue/expense analysis, operational and capital budgeting, and human resource management activities. Works with system level Clinical Director of Pharmacy Services to facilitate implementation and monitoring of clinical initiatives. The Clinical Pharmacy Manager directs and participates in the department’s efforts to promote rational drug therapy.

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Relationship Management

• Maintain and align relationships across the department recognizing UPH policies and practices as standard
• Responsible for overseeing appropriate training and in-servicing for clinical staff
• Ensure staff maintain required competencies and licenses in accordance with organization, Iowa Board of Pharmacy, and all other regulatory services
• Performs the human resources functions of hiring, discipline, evaluations, and staff development

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain competency and awareness of current rules and regulations from Iowa Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory services
• Communicate regulatory rules and regulations to staff

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)