JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. Pharmacy Advanced operations Pharmacist provides authoritative professional guidance in their areas of specialty, assist pharmacy leadership in coordinating quality initiatives, maintaining federal/state regulatory compliance, and optimizing safe and cost-effective medication systems aligned with evidence-based best practices and regulatory standards. Functions as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in complex pharmacy operations, medication use systems and delivery of optimal medication therapy, which require the application of advanced intensive knowledge of the area of specialization. The Pharmacy Advanced Operations Pharmacist may have different assignments or functional role, such as information systems, automation and technology, controlled substance management, sterile/nonsterile compounding to meet state/federal regulations.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. * Evaluates compliance with State Board of Pharmacy laws, federal regulations, pharmacy business practices, and accreditation standards. Makes recommendations to pharmacy leadership regarding necessary improvement. Assists in implementation of improvement plans. * As a subject matter expert, ensures pharmacy areas, equipment and devices, supplies, medications, and personnel in their areas of specialty are meeting the requirements by coordinating routine testing, auditing, and validating competencies as needed. * Promotes and facilitates the adoption and assimilation of best practices and innovations in service, work methods, technology, and operational systems which improve pharmacy service, quality, and productivity. * Provides subject-matter expertise for design, implementation, and maintenance of pharmacy systems. Responsible to ensure that required trainings are completed and that operational workflows align with established policies, procedures, and standards. * Develops, implements, and evaluates of departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and procedures to conduct pharmacy operations and fulfillment in line with budgets/finances, department goals and objectives, and to perform services both effectively and efficiently. * Provides integrated pharmacy operational services in a variety or practice settings in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams such as engineering, supply chain, physicians, and nurses. * Evaluates the root causes of operational related issues and leads process-improvement projects or quality initiatives as needed to advance practice. * Triages any unexpected downtime or unusual cases, develops plans for continuity of essential pharmacy operations and works with vendors/multi-disciplinary teams to resolve any underlying issues. * Performs all duties of pharmacists as needed.