Pharmacy Operations Manager

Our client is a leading acute care hospital located in the vibrant Salt Lake City, Utah area. This hospital is renowned for its commitment to clinical excellence, continuous quality improvement, and innovative patient care. It operates as a Level II trauma center and has earned national recognition through superior safety scores and accolades from independent ratings groups. The hospital is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as integrated enterprise electronic health records (EHR), bar-code medication administration, automated dispensing systems, and USP-standard cleanrooms. Additionally, it fosters a culture that promotes professional growth through development programs, certifications, personalized mentorship, and active participation in community outreach and philanthropy efforts that truly impact the local populace.

The Pharmacy Operations Manager position is a pivotal role within this busy inpatient hospital pharmacy. The successful candidate will lead and elevate pharmacy operations in a growth-focused, modern healthcare environment that prioritizes patient safety and quality outcomes. This role demands a balance of strategic foresight and practical leadership, ensuring that all inpatient pharmacy functions run smoothly and effectively across critical hospital departments including the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Units, perioperative services, cardiology, oncology, and medical-surgical units.

In this role, the Pharmacy Operations Manager will oversee 24/7 pharmacy operations and spearhead initiatives in sterile compounding under USP standards 797 and 800, medication safety, antimicrobial stewardship, formulary optimization, and readiness for regulatory surveys. Reporting directly to the Director of Pharmacy, this position requires close collaboration with clinical leaders, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver reliable, timely, and patient-centered medication management throughout the continuum of care. Responsibilities include designing efficient staffing models, optimizing work scheduling, managing inventory and procurement processes, strengthening diversion prevention efforts, enhancing automation and distribution workflows, and supporting continual EHR system upgrades and usage improvements.

Beyond the technical and leadership demands, this role offers the unique opportunity to live in Salt Lake City, surrounded by the breathtaking Wasatch Mountains and an array of four distinct seasons that enhance lifestyle options. Residents can partake in world-class outdoor recreational activities such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, and paddleboarding, or enjoy cultural attractions including live music venues, film and arts festivals, diverse culinary scenes ranging from food halls to fine dining, as well as family-oriented communities with excellent commute options. Salt Lake City also boasts a flourishing tech industry hub known as Silicon Slopes, providing an energetic and innovative career environment.

The Pharmacy Operations Manager role comes with a competitive salary potential up to $170,000, dependent on experience. The compensation package includes comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, generous paid time off, continuing education support, and possible relocation assistance. This opportunity is ideal for a driven professional who aspires to elevate hospital pharmacy services and make a meaningful difference in patient care outcomes. If you are ready to take the next step in your pharmacy leadership career, connect with our Clinical Management Consultants recruitment team today to explore this outstanding opportunity and transform your expertise into enduring impact.