Pharmacy Director - Specialty and Retail | MN

Allina Health
life insurance, tuition reimbursement
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Aug 07, 2025
Location Address: 2925 Chicago Ave Loading Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321 Date Posted: August 06, 2025 Department: 70000800 Functional Areas Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: Other Job Summary: Empower Growth. Lead with Vision. Transform Pharmacy Care. Are you a forward-thinking pharmacy leader ready to shape the future of specialty pharmacy services in one of the largest and most respected health systems in the Minneapolis-St. Paul region? Allina Health is seeking a Pharmacy Director to lead our expanding retail and specialty pharmacy operations across Minnesota and western Wisconsin, USA. Retail and specialty pharmacy is a strategic priority for Allina Health and represents a key growth engine for our organization. This rare leadership opportunity is available due to the retirement of a long-standing and respected pharmacy leader, creating a unique opening for the right candidate to step into a well-established, high-impact role. You will provide vision and direction for this evolving service line-leading operational excellence and driving its continued expansion. Key Position Details: As Pharmacy Director - Retail and Specialty Pharmacy, you will lead system-wide operations across 13 and soon to be 16 retail and specialty pharmacy locations. Reporting to the Chief Pharmacy and Laboratory Officer, you will oversee a team of 250+ pharmacy professionals, including four managers, a prescription assistance program supervisor, and a pharmacy buyer. Provide strategic direction for specialty and retail pharmacy operations across Allina Health. Lead and grow a team of 250+ pharmacy professionals across multiple pharmacy sites. Drive performance, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across the system, including 340B program oversight. Lead expansion of specialty pharmacy services, including building relationships with drug manufacturers and internal stakeholders. Collaborate with senior system leaders and serve on the Pharmacy Executive Committee. Oversee pharmacy budgeting, cost containment, inventory management, and optimization of contracts and vendor relationships. Ensure regulatory compliance with state and federal agencies, including the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, HRSA, and CMS. Serve as a preceptor or mentor for pharmacy residents and students to support future workforce development. If you're a forward-thinking pharmacy leader looking to make a tangible impact through strategy, team development, and system-wide innovation, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us. At Allina Health, your leadership matters-and your work will shape the care we provide to our communities for years to come. About Allina Health: A major regional health system. With a team 27,000 strong, Allina Health operates 12 hospitals, more than 60 clinics, and 100+ specialty care sites.Learn More Commitment to communities. Allina Health has a 140-year connection to our diverse communities. We make a difference through local health initiatives, volunteerism, and revitalization efforts in the places where we operate. Learn more Job Description: Principle Responsibilities Provides strategic direction and leadership of site and system-wide pharmacy operational and clinical services and medication use. Manages employees and holds them accountable for role responsibilities, competencies, individual performance, and goals. Accountable for setting and meeting budget and productivity targets. Coordinates and participates in medication safety initiatives and programs. Experience, License and Education Required Qualifications Specialty pharmacy leadership experience is required. At least 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Director or Manager. Experience managing multi-site pharmacy operations. Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and drive performance. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Registered Pharmacist (RPh) degree. Current MN Pharmacist License (or eligible upon hire). Preferred Qualifications Retail pharmacy experience strongly preferred. Master's degree in business or health care related area. Residency and/or Fellowship. PGY2 health-system pharmacy administration and leadership residency. Licenses/Certifications Licensed Pharmacist - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hire. Pharmacotherapy Certification or other specialty area preferred. Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently. Pay Range Pay Range: $84.99 to $117.59 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience and education. Additional incentives may be available, including discretionary monetary bonuses, goal-based bonuses, and other financial incentives. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include: Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Paid Caregiver Leave Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.