Director of Pharmacy and Emergency Preparedness

Company Biography

HGH is a bilingual community hospital which has more than 800 employees and 160 physicians, and serves the Prescott-Russell region in Ontario.

With a heritage of over 100 years of quality care delivery, HGH is known for its culture of compassion, spirit of innovation and excellence of care. HGH is now growing and becoming a full-service regional hospital to meet the changing need of the community.

HGH offers to its employees a dynamic clinical environment that promotes a diverse and interdisciplinary professional practice. Our hospital offers access to services among the best in the region, including 40 specialized clinics, in addition to the full range of general care and services. The opportunities for professional challenges and career advancement are diverse and encourage all to excel.

Position Overview

HGH is looking for a Director with dual portfolios in Pharmacy Services and Emergency Preparedness for a strategic and operational leadership role that spans two critical domains.

This is a temporary full-time position for approximately 7 months.

As an administrator, the director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy, supervision of staff (pharmacy technicians, pharmacists) and the safe and cost-effective distribution and storage of medications throughout the hospital.

The Director, as a member of the hospital management team, participates in hospital-wide management activities and is accountable for service planning, implementation and integration of plans that are in alignment with the Department, Program and Corporate direction. The Director will assist with or lead corporate projects and initiatives that are specifically limited or associated with the program under his/her responsibility.

For the Emergency Preparedness portfolio, the Director is responsible for emergency preparedness for the hospital. Following best practices and working with community stakeholders, the incumbent will manage the hospital's readiness to address emergencies of all types.

The incumbent will also support the security guard team and supervise the morgue service.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Pharmacy Services Responsibilities

2. Operational Oversight: Manage all aspects of the hospital pharmacy, including medication procurement, storage, dispensing, and distribution.

3. Staff Leadership: Recruit, supervise and evaluate pharmacists and technicians; foster continuous professional development.
4. Budget and Resource Management: Develop and monitor departmental budgets, control costs, and implement efficiency measures.
5. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulations governing pharmaceuticals.

6. Budget and Resource Management: Monitor departmental budgets, control costs, and implement efficiency measures.

7. Emergency Preparedness Responsibilities

8. Emergency Operations Planning (EOP): Maintain and revise a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan for the hospital.

9. Training and Simulation: Organize drills and staff training for emergency response.
10. Coordination with Agencies: Collaborate with external agencies for disaster response.

Criminal Check

As a pre-condition of employment:

• All new HGH employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Police Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.
• As of now, HGH will require all employees, physicians, learners, contractors and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

At HGH, we are committed to promoting an accessible work environment where all employees and candidates feel respected. We support the principles of adaptation in the workplace. If you need workplace accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or anytime thereafter, please notify a member of the Human Resources team. We will be pleased to assist you and accommodate your needs.

What we are looking for

Experience and Education

Education: Degree in Management and relevant experience in a similar position in the healthcare sector

Technical and Professional Expertise

• Pharmacy Operations Knowledge: understanding of medication management, formulary systems, and clinical pharmacy practices.
• Emergency Management Expertise: Familiarity with disaster planning, incident command systems (ICS), and regulatory requirements for healthcare preparedness.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of laws and standards for emergency preparedness.

Leadership and Strategic Skills

• Strategic Planning: Ability to align pharmacy and emergency preparedness strategies with hospital goals.
• Decision-Making Under Pressure: Skilled in rapid, evidence-based decisions during crises.
• Change Management: Leading teams through operational changes and emergency protocols.

Communication and Collaboration

• Clear Communication in both official languages: Ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences, including staff and regulators.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with different agencies, suppliers, and community partners.

Analytical and Problem-Solving

• Data-Driven Decisions: Use metrics and analytics to improve pharmacy performance and emergency readiness.

Personal Attributes

• Resilience and Adaptability: Stay calm and effective under stress.
• Ethical Judgment: Maintain patient safety and compliance in all decisions.
• Continuous Learning: Keep up with evolving pharmacy practices and emergency management standards.

TEMPORARY FULL TIME POSITION until the end of June

The person in this position must be available to handle crisis situations that may arise at any time.