Job Description:

• 1) Directs and coordinates, through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities and functions of hospital pharmacy: Plans and implements procedures in hospital pharmacy according to hospital policies and legal requirements.

• 2) Directs pharmacy personnel programs, such as hiring, training, and intern programs.

• 3) Confers with computer personnel to develop computer programs for pharmacy information management systems, patient and department charge systems, and inventory control.

• 4) Analyzes records to indicate prescribing trends and excessive usage.

• 5) Prepares pharmacy budget and department reports required by hospital administrators.

• 6) Attends staff meetings to advise and inform hospital medical staff of drug applications and characteristics.

• 7) Observes pharmacy personnel at work and develops quality assurance techniques to ensure safe, legal, and ethical practices.

• 8) Oversees preparation and dispensation of experimental drugs.