Pharmacy Operations Manager
Location: Northern Suburb of Greater Indianapolis
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary range: $155,000 – $168,000/yr
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM (no weekends or evenings!)
Overview
We’re seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven Pharmacy Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our state‑of‑the‑art long‑term care central pharmacy. This role blends operational leadership, regulatory oversight, and business management to ensure our pharmacy runs efficiently, compliantly, and with a strong focus on patient well‑being.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience from retail, hospital, or LTC pharmacy.
What You’ll Do
- Direct and coordinate all aspects of day‑to‑day pharmacy operations.
- Establish clear goals, processes, and performance standards for team members.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Lead team meetings and translate company initiatives into actionable operational plans.
- Monitor budgets and manage financial processes, including purchasing, contracts, and billing activities.
- Oversee prescription fulfillment workflows, packaging standards, and inventory management systems.
- Maintain optimal staffing and operational continuity through effective scheduling and process management.
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, DEA, State Board of Pharmacy).
- Support quality assurance programs and compliance documentation.
- Provide pharmacist oversight as needed, including prescription verification and review.
- Build strong relationships with customers and facility partners to enhance service delivery.
- Identify growth opportunities and operational efficiencies to strengthen the business.
What You Bring
- Licensed Pharmacist in Indiana (or eligibility to obtain licensure in additional states).
- 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in a pharmacy operations setting.
- Experience in retail, hospital, or long‑term care, specialty, or mail‑order pharmacy.
- Knowledge of pharmacy automation, inventory systems, and quality performance metrics.
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and cost controls.
- Proven ability to lead teams, motivate staff, and drive positive change.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, service excellence, and compliance integrity.
- Willingness to travel.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)