Manager - Pharmacy
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Garden City, MI, 48135
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Garden City Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
At Garden City Hospital, we pride ourselves on community involvement and commitment to preserving access to quality and compassionate healthcare. We are a state-of-the-art medical facility with over 300 licensed beds and a teaching hospital, offering medical education to students, residents and fellows from across the country. The residency and fellowship programs offer graduate medical education to more than 80 trainees in specialties. Garden City Hospital has an award-winning staff of over 350 of the area's best and brightest physicians from almost every specialty. Learn more at www.gch.org.
Responsibilities
Inpatient- The Pharmacy Manager in conjunction with the Multi-Site Director of Pharmacy is responsible for the coordination and control of the Pharmacy Services throughout the hospital; maintenance of the policies and procedures that assure safe administration, control, storage and use of medications throughout the hospital. He / she may serve as fulltime Pharmacist In Charge (PIC) or acting PIC in the absence of the Multi-Site Director of Pharmacy, and is responsible for management of the Pharmacy staff; financial decisions including inventory control and the budgeting process; as well as oversight of IV work processes; interactions with physicians and other departments concerning quality of care and education; ensuring that all licensing criteria are met and up to date; attend administrative meetings related to regulatory affairs; implement/change operations based on State and Federal regulations and any other functions concerned with patient care and operations of the Pharmacy consistent with policies and procedures of the hospital and State and Federal laws, ensuring that all compounding rooms, devices, supplies and equipment are compliant with USP 795, 797, 800 and any other applicable regulations. Functions as a staff pharmacist by performing dispensing and clinical duties as needed. Outpatient- The Pharmacy Manager will serve as the PIC for the outpatient pharmacy. See Section I part C for specific responsibilities for outpatient supervisor. .
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current state Registered Pharmacist License.2. B.S. degree in Pharmacy required3. Doctor of Pharmacy or Master’s Degree in Pharmacy or related field preferred.4. 5 years of previous hospital pharmacy experience required. 5. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. 6. Experience with hospital pharmacy computer systems, spreadsheets, word processing programs, and other databases required.
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Employment Status
Full TimeShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Excelling as a Pharmacy Manager requires strong decision-making skills, effective team coordination, and the ability to navigate complex healthcare regulations. Leadership also involves fostering collaboration between pharmacists and medical staff to ensure safe medication practices and drive quality patient care.
A clinical pharmacy manager focuses more on patient-centered medication therapy management and clinical interventions, while other pharmacy managers might emphasize operational aspects like inventory control and regulatory compliance. This role bridges clinical expertise with administrative oversight.
Pharmacy managers often progress to multi-site director roles, healthcare administration positions, or specialize further into clinical pharmacy leadership. Continuous education and mastery of both pharmaceutical operations and healthcare policy can open doors to executive roles within hospital systems.
In Michigan, maintaining a current registered pharmacist license is mandatory. Additional certifications in sterile compounding compliance (USP 795, 797, 800) or pharmacy management can enhance a candidate’s profile, reflecting alignment with state regulations and hospital standards.
Garden City, MI, with its established healthcare facilities like Garden City Hospital, shows steady demand for qualified pharmacy managers. Competition remains moderate due to the specialized skills required, but candidates with hospital experience and strong regulatory knowledge have an advantage.
Prime Healthcare Services emphasizes community involvement and quality care, so their Pharmacy Managers often engage more deeply in cross-departmental collaboration and education. This focus on compassionate healthcare can expand managerial duties beyond standard pharmacy operations.
Managers at Prime Healthcare navigate a complex environment balancing regulatory compliance, multi-specialty coordination, and educational initiatives for residents. The need to implement federal and state policies while fostering a community-focused culture adds layers to the typical managerial role.
Pharmacy Managers in Garden City typically earn between $110,000 and $135,000 annually, depending on experience and education. Those with advanced degrees or extensive hospital pharmacy backgrounds may command salaries toward the higher end of this range.
Daily duties involve overseeing medication dispensing, managing pharmacy staff, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, coordinating with physicians, and maintaining inventory budgets. Balancing clinical and administrative tasks is key to smooth pharmacy operations.
Proficiency with hospital pharmacy software and data management tools is critical. It enables efficient inventory control, documentation, and communication across departments, which directly impacts patient safety and operational effectiveness.