Pharmacy Director Jobs in California

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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Pharmacy Services Manager

  • Yreka, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Yreka, CA
  • 9 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...

Hospital Director of Pharmacy Department

  • Bella Vista, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Bella Vista, CA
  • 11 days ago

Fantastic career opportunity for Director of Pharmacy Services is now available with one of the most prestigious medical center in beautiful and serene Northern California. If you are looking for...

Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Modesto, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 12 days ago

Compounding/Dispensing/Restocking Medication Safely performs non-sterile compounding within hospital policy and regulatory parameters....

Pharmacy Manager-Ca

  • Tulare, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tulare, CA
  • 4 hours ago

... What you'll do... Pharmacist in Charge The prescriptions are stocked. We need you to bring the passion. The Walmart Rx Manager operates the pharmacy from a place of true caring. Come ready to...

CA Pharmacy Manager

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 11 hours 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...

CA Pharmacy Manager - Store 04019

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 hours 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...

CA Pharmacy Manager - Store 09834

  • Saratoga, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Saratoga, CA
  • 11 hours 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...

CA Pharmacy Manager - Store 08858

  • Bell, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bell, CA
  • 11 hours 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...

Supervisor, Pharmacy

  • Lodi, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lodi, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Job Summary: Supervises the pharmacists, support personnel, and operations of the department, including processes involved in and related to the purchasing, compounding, dispensing, clinical monitoring...

Pharmacy Lead Technician

  • Whittier, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Whittier, CA
  • 1 day 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...

Manager Pharmacy

  • Arroyo Grande, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arroyo Grande, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Arroyo Grande Community Hospital located in Arroyo Grande California is rated a top Joint Replacement Center by Blue Shield and is among the Top 10% in the nation for Joint Replacement....

CA Pharmacy manager, DLEL

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 1 day 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 Manager-Ca $50,000 Sign On Bonus

  • Ukiah, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ukiah, CA
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD...

Senior Director, Pharmacology & Toxicology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Key responsibilities include compound formulation, preliminary and GLP safety assessment and assessments of efficacy and PK/PD for drug candidates....

Interim Pharmacy Manager - Bay Area, CA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Interim Pharmacy Manager - Bay Area, CA San Francisco, CA 2 days ago CATEGORY Pharmacy - Pharmacy Manager JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is urgently seeking an Interim Pharmacy Manager to cover for a...

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacy Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.9%
Doctorate Degree
32.7%
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 California
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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