Overview

The Executive Director of Pharmacy is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight to all aspects of the pharmaceutical supply chain including contract management, purchasing, repackaging, compounding, fulfillment, distribution, and inventory management. This role has statewide and/or systemwide scope and is responsible for medication management services across the continuum of care. Leads and manages pharmacy patient care services and operations, medication use outcomes, and stewardship. Ensures the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of pharmaceutical care within the health system and drives financial performance of pharmacy services. Maintains active involvement in pharmacy advocacy at the local, state, and national level. The Executive Director-Pharmacy will lead a team of pharmacy professionals, drive quality improvement initiatives, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care outcomes. 

• This role will be based at IU Health’s Integrated Service Center in Plainfield, IN
  • Monday-Friday, opportunity for occasional remote work
  • Moderate travel

• Bachelors of Science (B.S) in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree required.
• Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or Masters in Healthcare Administration (MHA) highly preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive and relevant leadership experience.
• Must be licensed as a Pharmacist in Indiana or eligible for licensure.
• Highly developed skills in fiscal and resource management with track record of advancing pharmacy operations and clinical practice.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the accepted practices, procedures, regulations, and techniques applicable to the practice of Pharmacy.
• Experience in hospital operations and pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Six Sigma or LEAN certifications preferred.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Vice President – Chief Pharmacy Officer
Direct Reports: 3-4 direct reports
Other Key Relationships: System-wide Pharmacy Directors, Pharmacy Managers, Supply Chain 

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People motivated to do their best every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves. As one of Indiana's largest employers, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

IU Health is among the top ten largest single-state nonprofit health systems in the United States. Through its 16 hospitals (a mix of urban, suburban and rural facilities), IU Health offers a full range of specialty and primary care services for children and adults. Statewide, IU Health has more than 2,600 staffed beds, $6.23 billion in net total operating revenue, and strategic service lines including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplant, that have received national recognition for quality patient care over the decades. IU Health has over 34,000 team members.

Apply teamwork. Apply experience. Apply skill. Apply yourself. And together we can change everything.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation.