Director, Pharmacy - Palo Alto Hospital
Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Director, Pharmacy - University Health Palo Alto Hospital Come
grow with us! At University Health, we are building a healthier
future with our community hospitals. We welcome driven healthcare
leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to
make a lasting impact. University Health Palo Alto Campus
University Health Palo Alto Hospital will include a 24/7 emergency
department and labor & delivery unit, radiology, laboratory,
pharmacy, a neonatal intensive care unit/nursery, and inpatient
units for both adults and children. The hospital will open in
2026-27 with 166 beds and is designed to expand to 286 beds as this
area continues to grow. To make it even more convenient for
patients, a connected 100,000-square-foot medical office building
will offer appointments for a wide range of medical and surgical
specialists. University Health is Leading the Way For more than 100
years, University Health has been here to heal, to improve health,
to lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine. Above all,
the people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust
us with their health and lives with the highest quality care,
respect and compassion. At the University Health main campus,
University Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility
for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center
for South Texas . Position Summary Directs the overall operation of
the inpatient pharmacy department including, but not limited to,
physician order verification for accuracy and appropriateness, drug
storage, medication security and distribution, staffing and
assuring appropriate use of equipment and other resources. Assures
compliance with USP 797 in Sterile Processing and compliance with
TJC, Texas State Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory agencies.
Provides strategic leadership in continuous improvements of
pharmacy operations. Communicates effectively with staff and other
professional colleagues and represents pharmacy in meetings and
multi-disciplinary teams as assigned. Education and Experience
Requirements Licensure to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas
is required. Master’s degree in business or health care
administration is preferred. A minimum of five (5) years of
experience in a pharmacy leadership position in the acute care
setting. Strong communications and computer skills is required.
LICENSURE Licensure or license eligible to practice pharmacy in the
State of Texas is required. Must be registered with the Texas state
Board of Pharmacy as a Preceptor. Total Rewards: Medical, dental,
and vision insurance Extensive ancillary benefits Paid Time Off
Excellent Retirement Plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible
Spending Account Pet Insurance Apply now and be a part of shaping
the future of University Health! Top of Form Top of Form
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