Vice President, Pharmacy Services
Vice President, Pharmacy Services – Richmond, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time • Days (No Weekends)
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Compensation: $97.10/hr (mid-range, based on experience)
Relocation Assistance: Approved
Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Overview
An exceptional leadership opportunity for a strategic and experienced pharmacy executive to oversee pharmaceutical services across a regional healthcare division. The Vice President of Pharmacy Services plays a vital role in driving clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and cost optimization across multiple acute care facilities. This position offers the chance to lead high-impact initiatives, influence division-wide pharmacy performance, and partner with senior leadership to elevate patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
Provide executive oversight of pharmacy operations, clinical services, and expense management across multiple hospitals.
Lead strategic planning and implementation of division-wide pharmacy initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
Develop, monitor, and optimize pharmacy business processes to enhance quality, compliance, and financial performance.
Collaborate with corporate and facility leaders to improve purchasing efficiency and medication management outcomes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards for all pharmacy departments under scope.
Build and strengthen relationships with clinical and operational leadership to advance patient care and staff development.
Monitor and analyze pharmacy performance metrics, budget adherence, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Serve as subject-matter expert in pharmaceutical services, providing guidance on regulatory preparedness and clinical decision support.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pharmacy
Active and unencumbered Pharmacist License (must obtain Virginia licensure within 6 months of hire)
Proven experience overseeing multi-facility pharmacy operations in an acute care setting
Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to influence across corporate and facility levels
Preferred:
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Master of Science (MS), or Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Experience leading cost-containment and formulary management programs within a large healthcare system
Demonstrated success implementing enterprise-level pharmacy initiatives or service-line integration projects
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
Relocation assistance available
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match and employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off, family leave, and continuing education support
Tuition reimbursement and career advancement pathways
Ideal For
Pharmacy leaders ready to advance into a regional or divisional executive role. Ideal for candidates who excel in strategy, leadership, and operational excellence within healthcare pharmacy services.
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A dynamic opportunity for an experienced pharmacy executive to lead regional operations, optimize performance, and advance patient care excellence across multiple hospitals.