Pharmacy Director Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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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Manager, Pharmacy Clinical Services (CA)

  • Huntington Beach, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Develops and implements direct patient care strategy and clinical pharmacy programs for the market by analyzing pharmacy data to determine clinicalservices for example medication therapy management...

Interim Director of Pharmacy Los Angeles CA Travel Position

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Interim Director of Pharmacy Los Angeles, CA (Travel Position)? Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM? Duration: Temporary/Interim Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced...

Director of Pharmacy

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that...

Director of Pharmacy Operations - California & Utah

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 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...

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CA Pharmacy Manager

  • Cerritos, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cerritos, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Director of Pharmacy - Hospital - Redding, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 days ago

Director of Pharmacy - Hospital - Redding, CA Los Angeles, CA Today CATEGORY Pharmacy-Director of Pharmacy JOB TYPE Contract Director of Pharmacy (DOP) - Redding, CA 125-Bed Hospital | Competitive Pay...

Consulting Pharmacy Director - California

  • Bell Gardens, CA (3 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bell Gardens, CA (3 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Soliant Health is seeking Pharmacy Leaders to join our network of consulting pharmacy directors....

Interim Pharmacy Director - California

  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Soliant Health is seeking Pharmacy Leaders to join our network of consulting pharmacy directors....

Manager, Pharmacy Operations

  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 19 days ago

FIND YOUR FUTURE We're excited about the potential people bring to our organization. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits and a culture that fosters growth,...

Director Pharmacy

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Overview Founded as a faith-based hospital in 1923 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is a 389-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in...

Pharmacy Director

  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Management systems, data input skills which includes typing skills and familiarity with Windows PC applications Exceptional customer service is an absolute must....

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 22 days ago

Basic Qualifications High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. PTCB or ExCPT certification (except in Puerto Rico). Has one year of work experience as a pharmacy technician in a retail or hospital...

Pharmacy Manager - Medication Safety/Regulatory Compliance

  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, 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 Supervisor I

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago

their responsibility to provide first-level administrative and technical supervision over professional and support pharmacy personnel in the provision of pharmacy services, which include ordering, compounding...

Supervisor, Pharmacy Care Delivery, Home Delivery Services

  • Downey, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Downey, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

In addition to the responsibilities listed below, this position is responsible for supervising centralized services including mail order, fulfillment, prescription processing and/or contact center...

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Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy Services
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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Los Angeles, CA 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 in Los Angeles, CA
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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