Job Overview

The Head of Pharmacy will oversee and manage all pharmaceutical operations within the healthcare system to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations. This role is responsible for improving clinical pharmacy services, supervising the development and implementation of pharmacy procedures, and leading the professional growth of pharmacy staff. The role requires strategic leadership to optimize pharmacy operations, support hospital departments, and contribute to the overall quality of patient care.  

Key Responsibilities

1. Administration, Management, and Leadership

• Develop and enforce operational standards for pharmacy services and implement annual pharmaceutical activity plans.
• Lead and train pharmacy teams across the healthcare network to maintain high performance and expertise.

2. Professional Work and Compliance

• Provide professional support for the purchasing department and collaborate with the corporate medical office on pharmacy-related matters.
• Serve as Editor-in-Chief for pharmaceutical procedures, including the compilation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the pharmacy division.
• Oversee the preparation and review of reports from hospital and clinic pharmacies and chair monthly or ad-hoc pharmaceutical meetings.

3. Training and Development

• Implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of pharmacists, ensuring they are prepared to lead pharmacy departments as needed.
• Develop assessment plans and lead examination processes to evaluate the competency of pharmaceutical staff.

4. Quality Improvement and Support

• Develop and coordinate pharmacy quality improvement plans, working closely with the Deans of Pharmacy to set and achieve quality goals.
• Provide support to pharmacy departments to address complex challenges in drug management, use, and clinical practice.

5. Hospital and Clinic Support

• Support hospital pharmacy departments in inventory management, particularly in handling near-expiry and expired products.
• Assist with the implementation of drug management and clinical pharmacy programs to ensure patient safety and effective drug use.
• Develop training plans to elevate the expertise of pharmacists and maintain service standards in hospital pharmacies.

6. Research and Development

• Lead and oversee pharmaceutical research projects to contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical management and clinical pharmacy practices.

 

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or higher (Master’s or Doctorate preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in pharmaceutical operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role within the healthcare sector.
• Technical Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical operations, GDP/GSP standards, and clinical pharmacy practices.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage teams, develop and implement strategic plans, and collaborate effectively with multiple departments.
• Other Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with HIS integration and pharmacy management software is a plus.