Pharmacy Director Jobs in Palo Alto, 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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Inpatient Central Pharmacy Manager

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 6 days ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2547807 Onsite 108390007 Pharmacy IP 500P Other PALO ALTO, 500 Pasteur Dr, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 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...

Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Menlo Park, CA (2 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (2 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and...

Director, Pharmacy Purchasing and Inventory Management

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 13 days ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2547493 Hybrid 108390014 Pharmacy Finance-Bus Ops Other PALO ALTO, 300 Pasteur Dr, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we...

Director, Pharmacy - Ambulatory Care Clinical Programs

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 15 days ago

Coordinates Medication Safety and Sterile Compounding efforts. Specialty 1. Responsible for overseeing Specialty pharmacy sites and services. 2....

Associate Product Manager, Pharmacy Marketing

  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Represent the needs of the Retail Pharmacy Marketing team in product launches/updates core teams....

Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Menlo Park, CA (2 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (2 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit...

Manager, Pharmacy Services - Informatics, Technology, and Analytics

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 16 days ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2547428 Hybrid 108390019 Pharmacy IP Ancillary 900 Welch Other PALO ALTO, 900 Welch Rd, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation,...

Supervisor, Pharmacy Care Delivery, Acute Care Pharmacy

  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Pharmacist License (California) required at hire National Provider Identifier within 6 months of hire Additional Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Sterile Compounding Quality &...

Senior Pharmacy Operations Manager - Pickpoint

  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We're transforming the pharmacy industry to create healthier lives through purposeful engagement across Pharmacy Benefit Management, Pharmacy Management, Specialty Pharmacy, 340B, Rebate and Formulary...

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Pharmacy Manager, Amazon Pharmacy

  • Brisbane, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brisbane, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Innovation is at the core of what we do. We believe that by removing and reducing the barriers that prevent people from taking their medications, we can help customers conveniently get the...

Director Pharmacy Services

  • Daly City, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Daly City, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Applies Seton Medical Center Core Values to the performance of every job duty. These Values include Dignity, Collaboration, Justice, Stewardship, and Excellence. In accordance with the...

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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...
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...
Good Pharmacy Practice: Medication Management
On this three-week advanced course from Taipei Medical University, youll build your knowledge of medication use and management. This course builds on the Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to...

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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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