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Director, Pharmacy

McLean Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Belmont
115 Mill Street (Show on map)
Sep 17, 2025
Responsible for managing the pharmacy program, the drug formulary design and development, implementation and risk management in a manner that will improve quality, control utilization and contain costs. This role has the responsibility managing all aspects of clinical, administrative, financial and regulatory aspects of pharmacy. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Strategize, create and oversee Pharmacy department tasks and projects including opportunities for process improvement -Manage pharmacy staff, including recruitment, coaching and development, and performance management. -Responsible for budget related to Pharmacy department -Develop, implement, and manage a plan for Clinical Pharmacy, which includes establishing and meeting short and long-term goals and managing the pharmacy trend and cost of care. -Track and analyze pharmacy utilization data and trends for finance and other management staff. -Promote efficiency and effectiveness in clinical pharmacy operations. -Coordinate pharmacy programs with clinical case and disease management programs. -Collaborate with Mass General Brigham on enterprise-wide pharmacy matters -Oversee specialty pharmacy relationships and distribution processes. -Develop strategy to understand and manage pharmacy spending that is occurring in medical settings and reimbursed through medical claims adjudication process Education Doctor of Pharmacy required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacist [State License] - required Experience pharmacy experience working within a clinical setting; fiscal accounting experience; 8-10+ years required experience managing Pharmacy staff 5-7 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong, demonstrated track record of an ability to execute on time, on budget, and on scope. Strong aptitude for technology-based solutions. Current in healthcare trends. Excellent leadership skills and leadership track record. Strong verbal, active listening, and written communication skills. Ability to view the long-range trends and cycles of the business and industry and see the "big picture". Knowledge of Federal and State regulations and Accreditation standards. Strong interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills. Solid written and verbal communication skills. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.