Director of Pharmacy

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers. The Pharmacy may also consult with and advise the healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

The Director, Pharmacy plans, organizes and directs all functions of the hospital pharmacy services. This role ensures all legal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements are met at the best demonstrated practice level. The Director maintains a professional presence throughout the hospital and develops relationships with hospital clinical and non‑clinical leaders. The position assures pharmacy services and activities meet the goals and standards of both Cardinal Health and the client/hospital. In addition to providing managerial leadership, the Director maintains financial responsibility for the pharmacy and ensures the department delivers on hospital goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manages the pharmacy budget and all aspects of the financial program, including profit and loss responsibility.
• Participates in hospital committee meetings necessary to enhance practice and patient care.
• Conducts one‑on‑one and team meetings with pharmacy staff to review performance and provide coaching as needed.
• Purchases drugs and supplies in accordance with GPO bids and Cardinal Health best demonstrated practices.
• Maintains pharmacy scheduling and handles hiring, firing, and performance management of pharmacy staff members.
• Develops, maintains, and updates a pharmacy policy and procedure manual for the department to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Performs pharmacy‑related tasks, including filling and taking orders in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree (B.S. or PharmD)
• Active California state pharmacist license (or ability to obtain prior to employment)
• 1–3 years of related pharmacy experience in an inpatient, hospital, LTAC or rehab environment highly preferred
• Infusion clinic experience preferred
• Prior management experience highly preferred
• 340B programming experience preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front‑line supervisors and/or business support staff
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines
• Decisions have a short‑term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers
• Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management
• Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects
• Gains consensus from various parties involved

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated salary range: $136,200 – $213,950

Bonus eligible: Yes

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well‑being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Access to wages before payday with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Work‑life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 8/28/2026

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.