Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic Pharmacy Program Director to oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of our Allied Health programs. In this role, you will provide leadership and strategic direction for our clinical program within the Allied Health School, developing and implementing strategic plans for program growth and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in researching industry trends, establishing program direction, and creating policies, tools, and resources to support students. As part of your responsibilities, you will lead accreditation efforts, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and national requirements, while preparing for and guiding accreditation reviews and site visits.
You will also oversee the admissions process, setting criteria, evaluating applications, and driving recruitment efforts aligned with our DEI initiatives. Additionally, you will establish key performance metrics to advance program growth, including student recruitment, marketing, and promotions. If you are passionate about education, program development, and student success, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our Allied Health programs.
The AHS Pharmacy Program Director provides strategic leadership in areas of innovation, community partnership, development opportunities, budgetary and compliance oversight. The AHS Program Director will be responsible for maintaining a student-centered environment, managing resources effectively, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards while advancing the academic mission of the program.
The AHS Pharmacy Program Director also plays a role in Educator development and coordination, offering mentorship and fostering an environment conducive to creativity and responsibility. In addition, will support students including guidance for students who need educational and/or psychological support.
In partnership with HSU and AHS leadership the AHS Pharmacy Program Director will manage the recruitment and selection process of incoming students and will support other key initiatives and activities within the AHS.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversees and manages the day-to day operations of the Allied Health programs. Provides leadership and strategic direction for clinical program within the Allied Health School. Develops and implements strategic plans for the growth and improvement of the program. Researches and identifies trends to establish program direction and create operational and administrative policies, tools and educational resources to support students.
- Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements assessment, accreditation, and academic program review activities and continuously monitors progress toward identified goals to support continual accreditation of the AHS. Ensures the program complies with all local, state and national accreditation requirements. Prepares for and leads accreditation reviews and site visits. Serves as the direct contact for internal and external accrediting bodies, interfacing with accreditation and community stakeholders as it relates to accreditation and program data.
- Leads the admissions process, including setting criteria, evaluating applications, and management of the admissions process. Identifies and targets key student populations for recruitment and retention in accordance with our DEI initiatives. Develops key performance indicators and metrics to drive the assessment and advancement of the clinical or technical program growth including recruiting, marketing to increase enrollment, and promotions.
- Manages the program's budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility. Oversees staff salaries, equipment purchases, and operational costs. Prepares financial reports and tracks expenditures to ensure program sustainability. Manages the use of grant funds and ensures compliance with all grant requirements. Reviews and ensures accurate completion and timely submission of governmental, university, and other reports as required, with respect to assigned areas of responsibilities.
- Oversees student and academic progress, advising, and support services. Fosters an environment of academic excellence and innovation. Plans, develops, and implements various special projects as assigned; plans, coordinates, promotes and facilitates special events, programs, and/or activities.
- Recruits, hire, mentors, and evaluates Educators within the program. Provides technical and professional guidance and development of the AHS Educator and other personnel and ensures curriculum aligns with healthcare trends and meets accreditation standards.
- Addresses student relations, educational and interpersonal issues outside of direct teaching and learning.
Qualifications JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate Degree of PharmD required.
- Registered as a Pharmacist with the California State Board of Pharmacy.
- 5 years of Clinical and/or technical experience in hospital setting required.
- 3 years of Teaching, precepting and/or mentoring experience required.
- Certified by American Medical Technologist as an Allied Health Instructor (AHI) preferred, not required.
Req ID : 4849
Working Title : Pharmacy Program Director, Allied Health School
Department : Graduate Research Education
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Academic/Research Services
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $75.76 - $121.22
