Manager of Pharmacy Operations
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Merced, CA, 95340
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 76.53-113.84 HOUR
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
While supporting the goals and objectives of the hospital and upholding the ethics of the profession of pharmacy, the Manager of Pharmacy Operations is responsible for managing the pharmacy operations. This includes implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures, supervision and training of staff, inventory management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. The Manager of Pharmacy Operations will report to the Director of Pharmacy, Market Director of Pharmacy, or Region VP.
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of pharmacy operations and shares clinical initiatives responsibility with Clinical Pharmacy Manager if applicable.
- Assists in performance evaluation and competency assessment of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
- Contributes to formulary management and works with health care providers to ensure formulary compliance.
- Participates in Strategic and Operational Planning activities and the development of the Pharmacy Department’s annual budget.
- Educates, mentors, and evaluates pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to develop and improve skills necessary for providing pharmaceutical care.
- Collaborates with health care providers to individualize medication therapies to promote safe, efficacious, and cost-effective patient care following best practices and evidence-based guidelines.
Minimum:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Pharmacist in an acute care setting
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy required
- Active California State Pharmacist License in good standing
- Demonstrated change management, standardization, and leadership development skills required
- Demonstrated ability to create enthusiasm for new programs and different approaches to existing programs required
- Demonstrated quality improvement competencies required
- Demonstrated understanding of utilization and productivity in a variety of clinical settings required
Preferred:
- Minimum of 1 year in a leadership position or pharmacy residency completed or supplemental Masters Degree (MBA, MS, MHA, etc)
Preferred Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training Membership in the ASHP, ASCP, APHA and/or other professional associations is desirable.
Mercy Medical Center, a Dignity Health member, has been building a rich history of care in our community for more than 100 years. We have grown from a small one-story wooden structure into a major healthcare provider with a new 186-bed main campus, offering the latest in facility design and technology. Mercy also operates Outpatient Centers, a Cancer Center and several rural clinics.
Wherever you work throughout our system, you will find faces of experience with dedication to high quality, personalized care. Joining our 1,300 employees, 230 physicians and many volunteers, you can help carry out our commitment to providing our community with the excellence they have come to associate with Mercy Medical Center.
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Frequently asked questions
Merced's healthcare sector is growing steadily, but pharmacy operations manager positions remain moderately competitive due to a limited number of specialized roles. Candidates with leadership experience and California pharmacist licensure tend to stand out amid regional demand for skilled pharmacy managers.
Beyond the active California state pharmacist license, familiarity with state pharmacy regulations and participation in professional bodies like ASHP can enhance credibility. Regulatory compliance knowledge tailored to California healthcare laws is highly valued for pharmacy operations managers in this region.
This position demands a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on operational skills, including change management, quality assurance, and staff mentoring. Unlike clinical-focused roles, it emphasizes policy enforcement, inventory control, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to optimize pharmacy workflows.
Advancement often leads to director-level roles or broader healthcare administration positions. Leadership in pharmacy operations hones skills in budgeting, team development, and regulatory strategy, positioning professionals for senior management or executive roles in hospital pharmacy networks.
Daily priorities include overseeing policy implementation, managing inventory levels, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing staff training. These operational duties differ from clinical managers who focus more on patient care protocols and medication therapy management.
Catholic Health Initiatives values candidates who demonstrate leadership in change management and quality improvement, alongside a commitment to ethical pharmaceutical practices aligned with their mission-driven healthcare approach.
The organization expects pharmacy operations managers to collaborate closely with clinical teams and administration to streamline medication management, support formulary compliance, and contribute to strategic planning that enhances patient outcomes across their facilities.
Pharmacy Operations Managers in Merced typically earn between $110,000 and $135,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. This range aligns with healthcare sector standards in California’s Central Valley for managerial pharmacy roles.