Clinical Director of Pharmacy

Overview

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace. 

CentraState Medical Center currently has an employment opportunity available for a Clinical Director of Pharmacy. This leadership role is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the overall operations of the Pharmacy Department. The Clinical Director collaborates both within the department and as part of the broader Medical Center management team to implement patient care and service goals aligned with strategic objectives set by senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors departmental Performance Improvement (PI), quality assurance, and quality control plans, ensuring measurable outcomes and continuous advancement of pharmacy services.
• Directs the programs, operations, and activities of the department, ensuring effective collaboration and integration with other departments and the organization as a whole.
• Leads change management initiatives and fosters a culture of innovation to enhance pharmacy operations, medication safety, patient outcomes, and service excellence.
• Continuously evaluates and improves the quality, safety, and effectiveness of pharmacy services through the analysis of performance indicators, quality metrics, and patient outcomes.
• Oversees departmental staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency, financial performance, and patient care delivery.
• Recruits, develops, mentors, and evaluates pharmacy leaders and staff, promoting professional growth, accountability, and high-performance standards.
• Fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and engaged work environment that supports employee satisfaction, retention, and succession planning.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for cost containment, operational efficiencies, revenue enhancement, and resource optimization while maintaining high-quality patient care.
• Oversees pharmacy purchasing activities, contract management, inventory control processes, and vendor relationships to ensure fiscal responsibility and effective resource utilization.
• Integrates departmental goals, initiatives, and services with the organization's mission, strategic objectives, and patient care priorities.
• Maintains expertise in and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, New Jersey Board of Pharmacy requirements, Joint Commission standards, CMS regulations, and USP Chapters 797 and 800.
• Ensures ongoing regulatory and accreditation readiness through policy development, routine audits, staff education, competency validation, and implementation of best practices.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize medication management processes, enhance patient safety, and improve clinical outcomes.
• Evaluates, recommends, and implements emerging technologies, industry best practices, and pharmacy innovations to improve operational effectiveness and patient care.
• Provides leadership and oversight for emergency preparedness, medication management contingency planning, and business continuity efforts to ensure uninterrupted pharmacy operations during emergencies or disaster situations.
• Represents the department on organizational committees, quality councils, and leadership teams, contributing to strategic planning, performance improvement, and organizational decision-making.
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Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Advanced Pharmacy degree required
• A minimum of five years of experience in hosptial pharmacy required. 
• A minimum of two years of experience in hositpal management required.
• Active NJ Pharmacist license required. 
• Board Certification (BCPS, BCACP, BCCCP, or equivalent) preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare regulatory standards.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop pharmacy staff while fostering a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

 

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

 

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years.

 

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

 

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

 

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

 

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $146,250 - $248,630 annually

 

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training.  As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range. 

 

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

 

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS’ policy at the time of posting.  Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

 

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.