Pharmacy Director Jobs in East Peoria, IL

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 of Pharmacy in Washington, IL

  • Soliant Health
  • Washington, IL (6 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, IL (6 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Category Pharmacy-Director of Pharmacy Job Type Contract A leadership opportunity is available for an experienced Director of Pharmacy to oversee pharmacy operations at a new behavioral health facility...

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Pharmacy Director

  • Soliant Health
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 5 days ago

Category Pharmacy-Director of Pharmacy Job Type Contract This contract opportunity for a Director of Pharmacy with PIC responsibilities offers a unique chance to lead pharmacy operations at a new behavioral...

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Pharmacy Manager - Sign On Bonus Available

  • Walgreens
  • Peoria, IL (3 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria, IL (3 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 6 days ago

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

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Interim Director of Pharmacy Behavioral Health

  • Specialty Medical Staffing
  • Peoria, IL (3 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Peoria, IL (3 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Participate in P&T meetings and pharmacy workflow development Support overall pharmacy implementation and operational readiness Additional Information Behavioral health facility setting No sterile compounding...

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Director of Pharmacy

  • UnitedHealth Group Inc.
  • Peoria, IL (3 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Peoria, IL (3 miles from East Peoria, IL)
  • 22 days ago

management experience working in a hospital setting Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc....

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Pharmacy Manager

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days 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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Demographic Data for East Peoria, IL

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in East Peoria, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacy Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in East Peoria, IL 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 East Peoria, IL
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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