*Pharmacy Director*
*Location:* Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Leadership Role

*Why You’ll Love Working Here*
As the Pharmacy Director at UNC Health Appalachian, you will lead pharmacy operations at Watauga Medical Center, driving clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and team development. This role offers the opportunity to shape pharmacy services, support organizational strategy, and make a meaningful impact on patient care and outcomes within a mission-driven healthcare system.

* *Schedule:* Full-time leadership position with flexibility to support operational needs
* *Benefits:* Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts

*What You’ll Do as a Pharmacy Director*

* Provide strategic and operational leadership for the WMC Pharmacy department
* Oversee daily pharmacy operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance
* Lead and develop pharmacy staff, fostering a positive and high-performing work environment
* Partner with pharmacy and system leadership to achieve financial targets and key performance metrics
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance service delivery
* Support human resource functions including staffing, performance management, and team development
* Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
* Promote adherence to UNC Health Appalachian policies, procedures, and standards of behavior

*Qualifications*

* Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy required
* PharmD preferred

*Experience:*

* Minimum of 5 years of pharmacy experience required
* Prior leadership experience within a pharmacy department required (hospital setting preferred)

*Licenses/Certifications:*

* Active Pharmacist license in the State of North Carolina required

*Skills & Abilities:*

* Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacy operations and leadership practices
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization
* Ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive performance outcomes
* Knowledge of the continuum of care and patient-centered service delivery
* Commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
* Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative and accountable work environment

*Physical & Work Environment*
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling

* 30 lbs
* Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday
* Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching
* Continuous hand, finger, and wrist dexterity
* Exposure to healthcare environment hazards including chemicals and equipment
* Irregular hours may be required, including evenings, weekends, and emergencies

*What Sets Us Apart*

* *Leadership Impact:* Shape pharmacy operations and contribute to system-wide strategic initiatives
* *Career Growth:* Opportunities to lead innovation and advance within a progressive healthcare system
* *Collaborative Culture:* Partner with engaged leadership and interdisciplinary teams
* *Community & Lifestyle:* Live and work in Boone, NC — a highly desirable mountain community known for its quality of life

*About UNC Health Appalachian*
UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, includes three hospitals, 13 medical practices, the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. We are committed to promoting health, enhancing quality of life, and “making life better.”

*About UNC Health*
UNC Health is an affiliated entity of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 campuses, and over 500 clinics. Our mission is to improve health and well-being while supporting the education of future healthcare professionals. For more information, visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. We are committed to a fair, respectful hiring process. For accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

For accommodations or additional information, contact *[email protected]*.

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Location: UNC Health Appalachian · Pharmacy
Schedule: Full-time, Days, 8-5

Work Location: In person

RN (Registered Nurse) - Case Management

Location: Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As an RN (Registered Nurse) - Case Management at UNC Health Appalachian, you’ll play an essential role in coordinating patient care, promoting patient safety, and ensuring the appropriate use of healthcare resources. You’ll review admissions and continued stays, collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and help patients and families navigate their care with compassion and respect.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Compensation: Starting at $34.00/hour or more, based on education, experience, certification, and internal equity

Schedule: Full-time, non-exempt position; may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA option; supplemental insurance options; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement/certification bonuses; paid parental leave; wellness incentives; may be eligible for childcare assistance; and employee discounts

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment from the new hire orientation date

What You’ll Do as an RN (Nurse) - Case Management

Coordinate patient care by reviewing admissions and continued stays for clinical appropriateness

Assess effective resource utilization while promoting quality, safety, and positive patient outcomes

Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated care

Monitor patient outcomes and help identify and resolve barriers to effective care

Promote ethical decision-making and maintain a patient-centered approach to care

Support problem aversion and contribute to a top-decile patient experience, quality, and safety

Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families throughout the care process

Support coworkers, patients, and visitors by providing assistance within the scope of practice

Promote the mission, vision, and values of UNC Health Appalachian

Maintain professional nursing standards and comply with hospital policies and regulatory requirements

Qualifications/Licenses

Graduate of a nursing program - ADN required; BSN preferred

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of North Carolina

Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience preferred

Previous Utilization Review or Quality Management experience preferred

Certification from the American Case Management Association preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members

Demonstrated ability to provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care

Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to compassionate patient care

Knowledge of the continuum of nursing care within the patient care department

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and disciplines

Commitment to ethical nursing practice, patient safety, and organizational values

Physical & Work Environment

Ability to lift, position, push, pull, and/or transfer up to and greater than 50 pounds

Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking

Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and turning

Ability to perform repetitive motions and mobility-related tasks

Near visual acuity, including the ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other risks associated with patient care

Frequent exposure to hazardous materials, equipment, and clinical environments

May be subject to irregular hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

What Sets Us Apart

Career Growth: Access ongoing training, professional development, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to advance through our progressive Career Pathways Program.

Impactful Work: Help promote patient safety, appropriate resource utilization, quality care, and positive outcomes for patients and families throughout the High Country.

Community & Lifestyle: Located in Boone, North Carolina, UNC Health Appalachian offers the opportunity to live and work in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with access to hiking, biking, skiing, dining, shopping, and cultural attractions in nearby communities such as Blowing Rock and Linville.

Top-Tier Community: Boone is home to Appalachian State University and a highly regarded public school system and is consistently recognized as a desirable destination by Forbes, Southern Living, and Niche.

Meaningful Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive insurance coverage, retirement benefits with employer match, paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and college savings resources, an award-winning wellness program, employee-to-employee financial assistance, and discounts to attractions such as Dollywood and Tweetsie Railroad.

Inclusive Culture: UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and is committed to creating a fair, inclusive hiring process and workplace where every team member is respected and valued.

Ready to Make a Difference in Patient Care?

Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian as an RN (Nurse) - Case Management and help ensure patients receive safe, appropriate, compassionate, and coordinated care throughout their healthcare journey.

About UNC Health Appalachian

UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.”

About UNC Health

UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information, contact [email protected].

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Location: UNC Health Appalachian · Care Coordination
Schedule: Full-time, Days & Weekends, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM