Director, Pharmacy - Retama Hospital

Come grow with us! At University Health, we’re building a healthier future with our community hospitals including University Health, Palo Alto on the south side of San Antonio, University Health, Retama on the northeast side of San Antonio and a specialty hospital in the medical center. We welcome driven healthcare leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to make a lasting impact.

University Health is Bexar County and South Texas' first health system to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet hospitals and health systems offer patients reassurance that they are being cared for by a team with a proven track record for providing excellent care and positive outcomes for their patients.

University Hospital still serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for South Texas and the region’s only pediatric Level I trauma center.  University Hospital is also home to the highest level neonatal intensive care unit and the region’s only Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Why Should You Apply?

• We offer exceptional pay and opportunities for advancement.
• Continuing Education
• Gym membership discounts
• Comprehensive benefits package including pet insurance

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Directs the overall operation of the inpatient pharmacy department including, but not limited to, physician order verification for accuracy and appropriateness, drug storage, medication security and distribution, staffing and assuring appropriate use of equipment and other resources. Assures compliance with USP 797 in Sterile Processing and compliance with TJC, Texas State Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory agencies. Provides strategic leadership in continuous improvements of pharmacy operations. Communicates effectively with staff and other professional colleagues and represents pharmacy in meetings and multi-disciplinary teams as assigned. Routinely demonstrates the values of the department and the organization. Promotes the University Health Customer Relation's policy.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Licensure to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas is required. Masters Degree in Business or Health Care Administration is preferred. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a pharmacy leadership position in the acute care setting. Strong communications and computer skills is required.

LICENSURE
Licensure or license eligible to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas is required. Must be registered with the Texas state Board of Pharmacy as a Preceptor.