Pharmacy Director Jobs in Arvada, CO

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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Director Pharmacy 340b

  • UCHealth
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 11 hours ago

Director of Pharmacy - 340B Program About This Opportunity UCHealth is one of Colorado's leading and most comprehensive health systems, dedicated to delivering life-changing care that improves...

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Pharmacy Manager

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 22 hours ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Walgreens
  • Centennial, CO (20 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Centennial, CO (20 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Under supervision of the pharmacist, strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing during all applicable prescription-dispensing activities and understands their role in...

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Director, Pharmacy Operations

  • InnovAge
  • Boulder, CO (18 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boulder, CO (18 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure in additional states as needed for compliance. 5+ years of pharmacy management experience, including leadership in operational or dispensary pharmacy settings...

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Implementation Services Director, Pharmacy Onboarding and Client Success

  • Vizient
  • Centennial, CO (20 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Centennial, CO (20 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Summary Excited to grow your career? We value our talented employees and instill an environment where you feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute your unique skills and talents while living...

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Supervisor, Pharmacy - Denver Health Medical Plan ( Weekly Hybrid Schedule )

  • Denver Health
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 14 days ago

Supervisor, Pharmacy - Denver Health Medical Plan (* Weekly Hybrid Schedule *) Denver Health - 3.6 Denver, CO Job Details Full-time $130,700 - $215,700 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Paid parental...

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Supervisor Pharmacy Services Oncology

  • UCHealth
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 14 days ago

Location: UCHealth Cherry Creek Medical Center, Denver, CO Department: UCH Amb HOPD Pharmacy (Oncology) Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $67.27 -...

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Pharmacy Manager

  • HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 15 days ago

(may need to attend) Identify, design and analyze drug utilization reviews to promote rational drug therapy and determines action plan based on results....

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Supervisor, Pharmacy - Denver Health Medical Plan (* Weekly Hybrid Schedule *)

  • Denver Health
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 15 days ago

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Supervisor, Pharmacy - Denver Health Medical Plan (* Weekly Hybrid Schedule *) to join our team! We're with you for lifes journey. At Denver Health, purpose...

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Pharmacy Manager

  • Wal-Mart
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 17 days ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Pharmacist in Charge Are you passionate about patient care and community outreach? Do you understand pharmacy operations and leading people? Join Walmart as a...

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Pharmacy/Lead Certified Technician

  • Kroger
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Provide and train others to provide exceptional customer service to help people live healthier lives by treating our customers/employees in a fair and ethical manner, providing a safe, clean,...

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Director, Pharmacy - Denver Health Medical Plan ( Hybrid Work Schedule )

  • Denver Health
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Management, Drug Utilization Review, Customer Service and application of Commercial Health, Medicare, Medicaid and CHP+ programs including regulatory requirements....

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Director, Pharmacy - Denver Health Medical Plan (* Hybrid Work Schedule *)

  • Denver Health
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Management, Drug Utilization Review, Customer Service and application of Commercial Health, Medicare, Medicaid and CHP+ programs including regulatory requirements....

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Hospital Pharmacy Manager

  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

medication management across the central dispensary and clinical pharmacy services, leveraging an award winning Medical Center environment, new technology, and a full pharmacy staff to optimize sterile compounding...

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Implementation Services Director, Pharmacy

  • Vizient
  • Centennial, CO (20 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Centennial, CO (20 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their...

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Demographic Data for Arvada, CO

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Arvada, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Arvada, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.7%
Doctorate Degree
33.1%
Master's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
5.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
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 Arvada, CO
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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