Pharmacy Director Jobs in Illinois

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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Healthcare Consulting Director - Pharmacy

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Kewanee, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kewanee, IL
  • 6 hours 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...

Outpatient Pharmacy Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Salary: $3400 / Week $85 / hour Position: Retail Pharmacy Manager Location: Chicago, IL Pay Rate (Local): $85 /hour Schedule Options: + Full time + M-F 1pm-9pm Weekend Requirements: every 3rd weekend...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Shiloh, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Shiloh, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc....

Walgreens Pharmacy Manager

  • Rockford, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc....

Pharmacy Supervisor - Specialty Mail Order (Compounding/Clean Room)

  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Additionally, this role will support Clean Room operations, and will ensure the efficient operations of compounding workload, conformity to USP requirements, and required compliance documentation....

Pharmacy Manager

  • North Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • North Aurora, IL
  • 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...

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...

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

Pharmacy Manager - Sign On Bonus Potential and Rel...

  • Watseka, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Watseka, IL
  • 2 days ago

... 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 Pharmacy...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Algonquin, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL
  • 2 days 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...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Mount Vernon, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, IL
  • 3 days ago

... 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 Pharmacy...

Interim Pharmacy Manager - Retail Anna IL

  • Carbondale, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Carbondale, IL
  • 7 days ago

RPh on the Go is actively hiring in Illinois for an Interim Pharmacy Manager in a new retail pharmacy setting! This is a full-time 8-week assignment with the potential to extend....

Lisle Infusion Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Expertise in medication therapy management, chronic disease state management, and transitions of care. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and other clinical documentation systems....

Lead Pharmacist

  • IL
  • 8 days ago
  • IL
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Works with Pharmacy Director to implement work flow and productivity measures that will achieve performance targets and customer expectations Works with Pharmacy Director and pharmacy...

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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...
Become a Pharmacy Preceptor
Good internship programs are vital for training healthcare providers well - thats why effective pharmacy preceptors, the teachers who guide students through their pharmacy training, are so...
Essentials of Good Pharmacy Practice: The Basics
This course provides pharmacists with some essential knowledge to provide better pharmaceutical services and professional abilities, related to the World Health Organisations Good Pharmacy...

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacy Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
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 Illinois
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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