Pharmacy Informatics Manager

Department: Pharmacy Services
Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday–Friday (Varies)
Salary Range: $57.48 - $91.96 /hour
Code: Non-Union HA2-22 Exempt

About Howard University Hospital

With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington, DC area, Howard University Hospital is a nationally recognized institution with a world-renowned reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University, we are proud of our rich legacy and commitment to excellence in education, innovation, and service.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Pharmacy Informatics Manager to join our Pharmacy Services team. This role is ideal for a clinical pharmacist with a passion for technology, data-driven decision-making, and improving medication safety across systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead workflow analysis and continuous quality improvement initiatives related to pharmacy/medication-use information systems.
• Supervise the build, implementation, and maintenance of pharmacy automation and technology systems.
• Evaluate new technologies to enhance workflow efficiency and medication safety.
• Analyze and promote the use of data to support informed decision-making.
• Facilitate change management processes for system-level standardization.
• Collaborate with the medication safety officer to identify process improvements and educational needs.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive delivery of pharmacy software across the system.
• Partner with ITS and IT teams to optimize hardware, software applications, and interfaces.
• Develop and deliver education and communication materials related to EHR, pharmacy workflows, and policy changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Effective presentation and negotiation abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills
• Consensus-building among diverse stakeholders
• Willingness to travel between sites and attend seminars
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Access and Excel
• Preferred: Experience with Cerner™, Pyxis™, MacroHelix™, Pharmogistics™, or similar inventory management software

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (Required)
• Doctor of Pharmacy (Preferred)

Experience:

• 10 years as a hospital pharmacist with 3–5 years in pharmacy information systems management
• OR 5 years as a hospital pharmacist plus PGY-2 residency in pharmacy clinical informatics

Supervisory Experience:

• At least 2 years of supervisory/managerial experience (Preferred)

Licensure:

• Registered pharmacist in the District of Columbia or eligible via reciprocity

Other:

• Clinical/informatics certification (Preferred)
• Prior multi-site or system experience (Preferred)

Organizational Expectations

• Adhere to the Health Sciences Compliance Program and HIPAA Privacy Policies
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, families, and staff
• Participate in compliance training and activities
• Promote ethical conduct and regulatory adherence

Working Conditions

• Physical activities include sitting (35%), standing (35%), walking (10%), bending (5%), and lifting/carrying up to 35 lbs (10%)
• Work hours may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Howard University Hospital requires all external applicants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to employment. Proof of vaccination may be required, or applicants may elect to be vaccinated at a designated hospital location.