Minimum
$114,510.00
2ⁿᵈ Quartile
$135,966.00
Midpoint
$157,423.00
4ᵗʰ Quartile
$178,873.00
Maximum
$200,323.00
Job Family
Clinical and Health Services
Level
AM01
Salary Grade
9
FLSA
E
Profile Summary
Positions in this job profile are responsible for the overall oversight and management of the medical operations for the Pharmacy Department. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and evaluating short and long-range goals and objectives. Employees develop, implement and enforce plans, policies, procedures, systems, programs and performance standards. They participate in strategic planning efforts as part of the management team. They are responsible for managing staff, equipment and facilities. They determine resource needs and priorities and make recommendations to executive management. They determine training needs and make appropriate arrangements for provision of training.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The distinguishing characteristic of the Administrator 1-Pharmacy is the strategic and operational oversight and responsibilities for Pharmacy services at the university.
Primary Position Responsibilities
1. Directs and oversees the daily operation of the Pharmacy, including development, implementation and assessment of strategy, budget, planning, policies and procedures, and Pharmacy programs and services. 2. Ensures compliance with university policy, state and federal laws and regulations and industry standards. 3. Interprets prescriptions and exercises professional judgment to determine appropriateness of the medication's indication, dose, route, and frequency; reviews prescriptions for drug interactions and allergies; monitors drug therapy by direct involvement with clinicians; reports adverse drug reactions as required, and provides consultations in such areas as drug therapy selection, pharmacokinetics and nutritional support. 4. Negotiates with vendors and maintains a purchasing/inventory system for all drugs and pharmaceutical supplies. 5. Serves as a subject matter expert regarding Pharmacy services by providing training, education, consultation, information and service on university committees and task forces. 6. Supervision of classified and professional faculty that support the operations of Pharmacy services and programs, hiring/firing, defining competencies and performance objectives, planning, assigning and approving work, responding to grievances, disciplining/rewarding and preparing and signing performance appraisals or reviews. Identifies training needs and coordinates professional development opportunities.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a division/entire organization; contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of the entire organization. Decisions impact: • Entire University • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Donors and Alumni • Student/Parents • Other External Agencies and Institutions
Accountability
Results are defined by college and university mission, vision and strategies; incumbent sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow, although precedents may exist; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction. Typically reports to a Vice Provost, Vice President, Assistant/Associate Vice President, Dean or other senior level administrator. Supervises work of other supervisors/managers, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensuring quality standards. Is responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, responding to grievances, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content. Develops and approves department/unit budget and exceptions to program budget.
Relationship With Others
Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide and externally to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality.
Typical Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD degree. Current Registered Pharmacist's license issued by the Oregon State Board of Pharmacy, or eligibility for licensure as a Pharmacist in Oregon and obtained within 3 months of hire date.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.