Pharmacy Director Jobs in Colorado

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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Outpatient Pharmacy Manager

  • Intermountain Health
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 13 days ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 13 days ago

Marys Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, Colorado Benefits Eligible: Yes - Link to Benefit Details Top candidates will possess experience in Retail Pharmacy and Project Management....

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Director Pharmacy 340b

  • UCHealth
  • Littleton, CO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 9 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
  • Gypsum, CO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Gypsum, CO
  • 20 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
  • Longmont, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Longmont, 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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Pharmacy Manager

  • Walgreens
  • Greeley, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Greeley, CO
  • 1 day ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

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Pharmacy Manager

  • CVS Health
  • Longmont, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 2 days ago

Were building a world of health around every individual shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, youll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who...

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Supervisor Pharmacy Technical Support

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now Description Locion: UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital, Fort Collins, CO Department: PVH Pharmacy Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $27.61 -...

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Director, Pharmacy Operations

  • InnovAge
  • Boulder, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Boulder, 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Centennial, 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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Pharmacy Manager - Community

  • United Health Group
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 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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Travel Inpatient Pharmacy Manager in New Castle, CO

  • Soliant Health
  • New Castle, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • New Castle, CO
  • 10 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Pharmacy Manager Job Type Travel A leadership opportunity is available for a Pharmacy Manager to oversee inpatient pharmacy operations at a well-established hospital in...

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Inpatient Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist, Colorado

  • Surf Search
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 12 days ago

Key Responsibilities You will lead all aspects of inpatient pharmacy operations, including medication distribution, sterile compounding, automated dispensing systems, controlled substances, and inventory...

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

  • Denver Health
  • Denver, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Denver, 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 days ago
  • Denver, 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
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, 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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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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