Henry Meds · 1 month ago
Director of Pharmacy Operations
Hephaestus Pharmaceuticals is an early stage Compounding Pharmacy dedicated to providing exceptional service and care to customers. The Director of Pharmacy Operations is responsible for overseeing all budgetary, people development, operations, and regulatory objectives while leading a team to ensure performance goals are met.
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Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations of the pharmacy, including production planning and execution, safety and quality workflows, and customer service
Partner with the Pharmacist In Charge (PIC) to build a continuous quality improvement program and maintain regulatory compliance
Drives the creation of Lean initiatives to meet and exceed pharmacy business plans
Responsible for overall Safety of staff, Quality of product, and performance of the team. Protects and improves the patient experience
Partners and leads support staff (HR, Finance, Safety. IT) to ensure support resources are appropriately applied to initiative to drive a positive employee culture
Develops and implements standardized policies, procedures, and systems to ensure efficient pharmacy operations
All duties as assigned
Collaborate with the CEO to set and execute long-term strategies for the pharmacy's growth and success
Identify and address opportunities for business development, partnerships, and innovation in the compounding space
Build and train a team of pharmacists, technicians, and administrative staff
Foster a culture grounded in safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Set expectations and direction for facility leadership, coaches teams in establishing best practices for operations and improvement plans
Build a culture of continuous improvement, establish and execute rate improvement strategies to drive cost reduction
Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models to ensure profitability and financial discipline
Create and analyze performance metrics, implement corrective actions to optimize operational margins
Lead cost-reduction and rate-improvement strategies through Lean and other operational efficiency programs
Ensure all pharmacy practices adhere to the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and compliance
Implement and oversee quality assurance systems to monitor the production accuracy, quality, and compliant dispensing of compounded medications
Stay informed of changes in regulations at federal, state, and local level affecting pharmacy operations and ensure timely compliance
Drive continuous quality improvements that safeguard patient outcomes and uphold brand trust
Manage customer orders to define SLA targets, ensuring reliability and timely service
Develop and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers, customers, and industry partners
Ensure a high level of customer service, addressing any issues related to orders, complaints, or inquiries
Lead patient-experience initiatives to strengthen satisfaction and service
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in healthcare operations
Bachelor's Degree or Doctorate in Pharmacy
Strong knowledge of pharmacy compliance regulations (FDA, USP, DEA)
Proven experience in operational leadership, including P&L management, lean techniques, strategic planning, and team leadership
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a track record of leading successful operational improvements
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a startup environment, with a hands-on approach and a passion for building new ventures
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S
Preferred
An active pharmacy license
Experience in a cGMP and pharmacy compounding environment
Benefits
Generous PTO and Sick Time
Medical/Rx Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
10 Recognized Company Holidays
Impactful rewarding work as part of a fast-growing brand helping thousands of people every day
Company
Henry Meds
Henry is a platform that empowers clinicians to deliver affordable treatment for chronic medical conditions.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Heron Rock Fund
2022-10-14Seed
2022-01-28Pre Seed
Recent News
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