Pharmacy Director Jobs

A Pharmacy Director is a senior management role in the pharmacy industry, responsible for overseeing all pharmacy operations, setting strategic goals, and ensuring adherence to legal guidelines and internal policies. They manage the staff, ensure that the quality of drugs being distributed is high, and that the pharmacy is stocked with the necessary pharmaceuticals. They are also involved in budgeting and preparing reports for senior management. Additionally, they may participate in pharmaceutical research and may be asked to improve pharmacy services by implementing innovative systems.

Important skills and certifications for a Pharmacy Director include being a licensed Pharmacist, having a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) degree, and many also hold a Master's degree in Business Administration or Health Care Administration. They should have several years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting. Excellent organizational and leadership skills are essential, as well as outstanding communication and people skills. They should also have a deep understanding of pharmaceutical therapy and clinical monitoring. Before becoming a Pharmacy Director, one might have roles such as a Staff Pharmacist, Clinical Pharmacy Manager, or Pharmacy Operations Manager.

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Sterile Pharmacist Pharmacy Manager

policies and procedures for sterile compounding practices Supervise and train pharmacy staff in proper aseptic technique and sterile compounding procedures Perform quality assurance checks on compounded...

Pharmacy Manager - $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Tillamook, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Tillamook, OR
  • 14 days ago

$20,000 sign on bonus for external Candidates Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and...

Pharmacy Manager - Community

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and addiction treatment communities. We do more than just...

Pharmacy Manager - Medication Safety/Regulatory Compliance

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 30+ days ago

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses...

Pharmacy Manager - Oncology - Cancer Center

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Ensures compliance with sterile compounding standards. Ensures quality of clinical trials at MN cancer centers in collaboration with researchers....

Assistant Manager of Pharmacy

  • Pleasant Hill, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IL
  • 12 days ago

A stellar acute care hospital in Illinois is actively looking for an Assistant Manager of Pharmacy to join their leadership team. This opportunity is with a well-regarded health system that offers...

Pharmacy Services Manager

  • Chiloquin, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Chiloquin, OR
  • 14 days ago

An incredible opportunity is open for a driven Pharmacy Services Manager with an awarded hospital in the greater Medford, OR area. This well-known hospital is actively seeking a Pharmacy Services...

Clinical Pharmacy Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 15 days ago

A new opportunity has just become available in Louisiana for the Clinical Pharmacy Manager! The Doctor of Pharmacy-prepared candidate will play an integral role as a liaison, bridging the gap...

Hospital Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Hamilton, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Hamilton, IL
  • 21 days ago

One of Illinois's top hospitals is seeking a dedicated Hospital Pharmacy Supervisor to join their team on a full-time basis, working flexible day and evening shifts. As Hospital Pharmacy...

Hospital Director Pharmacy

  • Great Bend, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Great Bend, KS
  • 30+ days ago

The Hospital Pharmacy Director will monitor prescribing trends, manage inventory, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop quality assurance initiatives....

Hospital Pharmacy Manager

  • Lakeport, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakeport, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting to both the Chief Medical Officer and the Multi-Site Pharmacy Director, this Pharmacy Manager will have oversight of a dedicated team of pharmacy technicians, full-time pharmacists, and per...

Hospital Pharmacy Director

  • Hondo, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hondo, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Your new home awaits you at this critical access hospital as a Pharmacy Director!...

Hospital Pharmacy Services Director

  • Juneau, AK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 60+ days ago

Living in this area of Alaska, the Hospital Pharmacy Director will enjoy a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure....

Hospital Supervisor Pharmacy

  • Mohawk, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mohawk, NY
  • 30+ days ago

A new Hospital Supervisor Pharmacy opening is now available with a well-respected acute care hospital in Central New York! The Hospital Supervisor Pharmacy will oversee the day to day shift...

Inpatient Pharmacy Manager

  • Kewanee, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Kewanee, IL
  • 22 days ago

An exceptional opening for Inpatient Pharmacy Manager is now available at a well-respected health network in gorgeous Illinois. This high-quality facility is looking for an experienced Hospital...

Pharmacy Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy Services
The Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) guidelines are a set of standards laid out by the World Health Organisation to ensure pharmacists provide high-quality services to every patient. On this...
Become a Pharmacy Preceptor
Good internship programs are vital for training healthcare providers well - thats why effective pharmacy preceptors, the teachers who guide students through their pharmacy training, are so...
Good Pharmacy Practice: Pharmaceutical Services
On this three-week advanced course from Taipei Medical University, youll learn how to provide better pharmaceutical services while also improving your professional abilities as a pharmacist. This...

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacy Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.9%
Doctorate Degree
32.8%
Master's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacy Directors
1-2 years
28.1%
Less than 1 year
27.7%
None
27.6%
2-4 years
15.7%
6-8 years
0.6%
10+ years
0.3%


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