Education Jobs in Alaska

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.

• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances

• Discounted Pet Insurance

• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).

• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.

• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.

• Eleven Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment

• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.

• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.

• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.

• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.

• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.

• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.

• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.

• Emergency Travel Assistance

• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility

• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary:

Under the direction of the respective Director of Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Manager oversees clinical and operational pharmacy services within an assigned area, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant medication use and adequate staffing. The manager implements programs, services, and quality improvement initiatives that support departmental goals and high-quality patient care. The manager supervises staff, manages day-to-day operations, and monitors performance metrics aligned with organizational and departmental priorities, including participation in the ANTHC balanced scorecard. This role ensures adherence to regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards and supports continuous improvement efforts. The manager develops, implements, and maintains operational policies and procedures for assigned services and collaborates with pharmacy leadership and interdisciplinary teams to support internal operations and external coordination as needed. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating pharmacy services within the assigned scope. This is a working manager position with regular participation in pharmacy operations and clinical activities to remain current with workflows and support patient care.

Responsibilities:

The Manager provides leadership, and operational oversight for assigned pharmacy services. The manager is also expected to maintain operational proficiency by participating in direct pharmacy operations and clinical activities as needed to support patient care, staff development, workflow demands, implementation of new services, and business continuity.

Serve as Pharmacist in Charge of their respective pharmacy.

Implements workforce plans that align with departmental and organizational goals; manages staffing, scheduling, and daily personnel needs within the assigned area.

Identifies, implements, and monitors process improvement initiatives to support the development and validation of pharmacy services and operations.

Maintains systems to track and report quality, safety, and performance metrics for assigned services.

Manages daily operations and supports short- and mid-range planning for the assigned area; schedules and oversees assigned staff.

Maintains regular participation in direct pharmacy operations and, as applicable, clinical care activities to support patient care, staff development, workflow demands, and implementation of new services within the assigned area.

Assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Pharmacy in their absence and assists in performing supervisory and management functions for the pharmacy department in coordination with pharmacy leadership.

Performs clinical pharmaceutical care for pharmacy patients in collaboration with other pharmacists, physicians, other healthcare providers and patients in an accurate and timely manner.

Manages inventory of controlled and non-controlled substances, ensuring compliance, accountability, and fiscal responsibility.

Reviews and authorizes pharmacy technician activities. Responsible for any delegated act performed by pharmacy technicians.

Prepares and maintains operational reports, including activity, quality improvement, and financial metrics; contributes to budget development, service planning, and performance reporting as requested.

Supports and maintains pharmacy information systems and automated dispensing technologies, ensuring functionality, security, and operational effectiveness.

Participates in and leads interdepartmental committees and initiatives to advance pharmacy practice and patient care standards.

Leads and executes assigned projects within the department or service area, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve defined objectives.

Ensures compliance with the regulatory and practice standards of pharmaceutical care.

Implements departmental goals and priorities by assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring accountability within the team.

Supports staff development through training, coaching, performance evaluations, and corrective action as needed.

Contributes to workforce development efforts, including recruitment, onboarding, and retention activities, in collaboration with pharmacy leadership and human resources.

Utilizes data and performance metrics to inform operational decisions and improve service delivery; prepares reports and summaries for leadership review.

Supports pharmacy emergency preparedness, crisis response, and disaster recovery plans, ensuring continuous operational integrity for the assigned area.

Provides operational leadership and decision-making within the assigned scope, escalating issues as appropriate to pharmacy leadership.

Performs duties reflecting team-oriented approaches and embodies ANTHC Core values, always maintaining professionalism.

Manages projects and performs other duties as assigned or required.

Other information:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Tribal law, regulations, rules, policies and processes.
• Knowledge of the regulations and practice standards of pharmaceutical care.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of drug names, drug strengths, and dosage forms.
• Knowledge of applicable computer system software programs.

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  Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Skill in assessing and implementing process improvements.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others including those with a wide array of cultural, political, educational, socioeconomic, geographic and linguistic backgrounds.
• Skill in using analytical and research skills to define and solve problems.
• Skill in addressing sensitive issues and situations.
• Skill in critical thinking in the performance of pharmaceutical care.
• Skill in using pharmaceutical equipment and instruments.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication.
• Skill in monitoring patient responses and operating equipment.

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  Ability to contribute to budget, plan, develop, and implement procedures and reporting techniques.
• Ability to independently manage process improvements and projects.
• Ability to effectively manage and lead staff, including delegating tasks and authority.
• Ability to apply applicable Federal, State, and Tribal law, regulations, rules, policies and processes.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

A Doctorate degree in Pharmacy (BS for candidates who were licensed under the BS License requirement) from an accredited college program.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Non-supervisory – Five (5) years of pharmacy experience in a hospital, ambulatory, specialty, or comparable healthcare pharmacy setting.

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Supervisory – Two (2) years involving employee supervision.

Progressively responsible for professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis where appropriate.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Current State of Alaska Pharmacy License or legal equivalent.

PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Master's degree in Education, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Experience in pharmacy operations management, including staffing, workflow oversight, and daily service delivery.

Experience with regulatory compliance and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS), including controlled substance management.

Experience leading or supporting quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Experience supervising and developing pharmacy staff and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support medication use processes.

Experience in rural, Tribal, or underserved healthcare settings, preferably within the Alaska Tribal Health System.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) or other applicable Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification.

Residency training (PGY1 and/or PGY2).

Teaching certificate or formal educational training.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

If exposure to hazardous materials and medications, sharp objects, and infectious diseases is present, must don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Must operate within department’s appropriate engineering controls such as negative pressure storage rooms and compounding hoods.

Depending on the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional certifications or training in one or more specialty areas.