Pharmacy Manager

As a Pharmacy Manager at Olympic Medical Center, you will oversee the development and quality of clinical pharmacy programs, including collaboration on practice agreements and clinical protocols. Your role includes implementing patient safety initiatives, managing the formulary, participating in event reporting, and developing policies and procedures. Additionally, you will supervise daily drug distribution and ensure the quality of pharmacy services.

To apply for the Pharmacy Manager role at Olympic Medical Center, candidates should have a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution, along with recent hospital experience that emphasizes clinical pharmacy. Experience in pharmacy informatics and automation is also preferred. A valid Registered Pharmacist license in the State of Washington is required.

The work environment for a Pharmacy Manager at Olympic Medical Center is dynamic and collaborative. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to patient safety and quality care. The beautiful Port Angeles location provides a relaxed and fulfilling atmosphere, allowing you to balance work with recreational activities and an exceptional Pacific Northwest lifestyle.

Pharmacy Managers at Olympic Medical Center enjoy a competitive salary range of $143,561.60 to $234,228.80, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits, which enhance your work-life balance. Beyond financial benefits, the opportunity to work in a region rich in outdoor activities and community engagement makes this position even more rewarding.

Enhancing your candidacy for the Pharmacy Manager position at Olympic Medical Center can be achieved by highlighting your experience in clinical pharmacy management and demonstrating familiarity with pharmacy informatics. Be sure to showcase any leadership roles you have undertaken and your commitment to patient safety initiatives, as these will be critical for the role.

In response to this question, share specific examples of clinical pharmacy programs you've managed or contributed to. Highlight your experiences in developing protocols, collaborating with healthcare teams, and improving patient outcomes through medication management.

Discuss methods you use to stay updated on regulations and best practices, such as continuous education and attending relevant workshops. Also, mention your experience in conducting audits or training staff to enhance compliance within the pharmacy.

Reflect on your leadership style and how it aligns with fostering collaboration in your team. Share experiences where your management approach led to successful project outcomes or improved team dynamics.

Describe a systematic approach to handling medication errors, emphasizing the importance of transparency, reporting, and learning from the incident. Provide examples of corrective actions taken in past experiences to improve processes.

Discuss your experiences in reviewing formulary items based on clinical evidence, cost-effectiveness, and patient needs. Highlight any specific strategies you’ve successfully implemented in your previous roles.

Share any relevant experiences you have with pharmacy informatics systems, including implementations, enhancements, or troubleshooting. Discuss how you have utilized these systems to improve pharmacy operations and patient safety.

Describe how you assess the training needs of your staff and the methods you implement to ensure their competencies. Mention specific training programs or mentorship opportunities you've developed to foster staff growth.

Discuss your commitment to patient safety by outlining concrete steps you take, such as implementing safety protocols, conducting regular evaluations, and encouraging an open culture for reporting near-misses.

Talk about metrics you use to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical pharmacy initiatives, including patient outcomes, adherence rates, and satisfaction surveys. Mention any tools or software that facilitate this evaluation.

Speak from the heart about your passion for contributing to patient care in a beautiful location like Port Angeles. Highlight what excites you about being a part of the Olympic Medical Center team and how you believe your values align with theirs.