Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Director of Pharmacy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A direct leadership role is available for an experienced Director of Pharmacy (DOP)/Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) to support the opening and operational setup of a behavioral health facility. This contract position requires a licensed pharmacist with a strong background in inpatient behavioral pharmacy services.

Location: Independence, Missouri

Schedule & Hours:

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM plus on-call coverage
• On-call coverage required for weekends

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead pharmacy operations for a newly opening behavioral health hospital, including initial setup and establishment of pharmacy services
• Collaborate with nursing staff on medication ordering and machine stocking processes
• Develop and manage pharmacy policies and procedures tailored to the inpatient behavioral setting
• Utilize experience with order entry systems, preferably HCS or Cerner, and site automation tools such as Omnicell
• Maintain effective communication of progress and updates through weekly calls and emails
• Adapt to a dynamic startup environment, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills
• Provide on-call support during weekends without tech assistance

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Active Missouri pharmacist license in good standing
• Proven experience in inpatient behavioral pharmacy practice
• Familiarity with pharmacy automation systems, particularly Omnicell, is preferred
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to support new facility pharmacy setup
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision

This contract assignment starts no later than May 4th and will continue until a permanent candidate is hired. The unique opportunity to shape pharmacy services at a new behavioral health facility requires dedication and flexibility.

Candidates with the required licensure and relevant inpatient behavioral pharmacy experience are encouraged to apply promptly to contribute to this impactful role.

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