Pharmacy leaders are constantly navigating a rapidly changing labor landscape, where traditional staffing models no longer align with the expectations and realities of today’s workforce. Shifting demographics, evolving career expectations, and increasing burnout make it more difficult than ever to recruit and retain qualified professionals. At the same time, the demand for clinical pharmacy services is growing, placing additional pressure on already stretched teams. By exploring the root causes of current labor shortages, pharmacy leaders can begin to develop strategies for optimizing teams and developing new talent.

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify key demographic and cultural shifts contributing to a labor shortage in pharmacy.
2. Analyze recruitment and retention challenges unique to IDN pharmacies.
3. Develop strategies to enhance staff engagement, reduce turnover, and foster long-term growth.
4. Construct a workforce development program tailored to your organization’s pharmacy team.