Director of Pharmacy - Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL
Soliant Pharmacy-Director of Pharmacy Direct Hire 3 days ago Apply

Lead pharmacy operations as the Director of Pharmacy for a full-scope, acute care inpatient hospital located in Chicago, IL. This direct hire position plays a critical role in overseeing clinical, operational, administrative, staffing, and financial aspects of the pharmacy department. You will report directly to hospital administration and work collaboratively with clinical leadership teams across the organization to ensure high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide clinical and operational leadership for the inpatient pharmacy department
  • Manage and mentor a diverse pharmacy team of approximately 20 full-time, part-time, and PRN staff
  • Oversee staffing, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and policy development
  • Collaborate with hospital administration and clinical leaders to improve pharmacy services and patient outcomes
  • Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and CMS requirements
  • Promote community health initiatives serving an underserved patient population
  • Required Qualifications:

  • Active Illinois Pharmacist License in good standing (no exceptions)
  • Minimum three years’ experience as a Director of Pharmacy in an acute care inpatient hospital
  • Minimum three years’ prior acute care inpatient hospital pharmacy experience
  • Full disclosure and verification of all current and inactive pharmacist licenses
  • Preferred Qualifications:

  • PharmD degree strongly preferred
  • Board Certification is a strong advantage
  • Completion of a hospital pharmacy residency
  • Proven experience managing a multi-level pharmacy team
  • Background in community or safety net hospital setting is a plus
  • Ideal Candidate:

  • Demonstrates strong clinical and operational leadership skills
  • Committed to improving community health and serving underserved populations
  • Comfortable relocating to Chicago’s South Side, if not currently local
  • This direct hire opportunity requires an experienced pharmacy leader ready to take a pivotal role in advancing an important community hospital’s pharmacy services. Apply now to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

    Compensation for this position ranges from $75.00 to $89.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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