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.