About the Role
D.B. Craig and Associates, a healthcare executive search firm with a strong track record in placing top-tier leadership since 2005, is currently conducting a confidential search for a Director of Pharmacy to join a reputable 260-bed acute care hospital in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospital pharmacist to take the next step in their career and lead a dynamic inpatient pharmacy team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all pharmacy operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing medication safety and efficiency, and fostering a high-performance environment through collaborative leadership.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic and operational leadership to the hospital pharmacy department
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Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (state, federal, and Joint Commission standards)
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Oversee medication distribution, inventory control, sterile compounding, and formulary management
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Lead initiatives to improve patient safety, clinical outcomes, and cost-effective drug use
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Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and hospital leadership on clinical programs and protocols
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Manage, mentor, and evaluate pharmacy staff performance
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Lead quality assurance programs and participate in interdisciplinary committees as needed
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Stay current on best practices, drug trends, and technological advancements in pharmacy services
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Maintain accountability for departmental budgeting, staffing, and policy development
Qualifications
Education
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Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BPharm) – Required
(Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is a plus but not mandatory)
Licensure
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Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the State of New Mexico (or eligibility to obtain) – Required
Experience
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Minimum of 2 years of recent hospital pharmacy experience – Required
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At least 1 year of proven leadership or supervisory experience within a hospital pharmacy setting – Required
Compensation & Benefits
Annual Salary Range:
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$130,000 to $160,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Retirement Plan
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Relocation Assistance