[Hiring] Pharmacy Manager @Ascension

Role Description

Provides national leadership and operational oversight of ambulatory care pharmacy services across all Ascension markets, standardizing practices and supporting market-level managers.

• Develops and implements performance improvement initiatives focused on medication safety, medication use evaluations, Pharmacoeconomics, and quality outcomes.
• Coordinates competency assessments, training, and professional development for pharmacists, pharmacy residents, and students.
• Develops and manages departmental budgets, monitors financial performance and productivity, and identifies opportunities for operational efficiency and program growth.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations and Board of Pharmacy requirements, conducts compliance audits, and participates in organizational committees.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Pharmacist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed. Must possess all state and local qualifications.
• Education: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.
• Work Experience: 3 years of experience required OR a graduate from an accredited Health System Pharmacy Administration residency program required.
• Additional Preferences:
• Must hold an active pharmacist license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Preferred: Minimum of 5 years of ambulatory care experience, ideally with a PGY2 residency in Ambulatory Care.
• Preferred: At least 3 years of management experience directly within an ambulatory care or clinic setting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Company Description

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.