Pharmacy Director Jobs in Elkridge, MD

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 Financial Strategy and Operations

  • Annapolis, MD (17 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (17 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

Company :** Highmark Inc. **Job Description :** **JOB SUMMARY** As part of the enterprise strategy to integrate and scale pharmacy solutions that disrupt the pharmacy supply chain, this new...

Pharmacy Manager - Pharmacy - 2318

  • Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Pharmacy Job Requisition: 437451 Address: USA-MD-Owings Mills-10210 Mill Run Circle Store Code: GF - Pharmacy (5019019) Who Is Giant? With over 2 million weekly...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Severn, MD (6 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Severn, MD (6 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 9 days ago

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

Pharmacy Manager (Pharmacist)

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Are you the Pharmacist who knows your patients by name? Do they ask for you because you build meaningful relationships with them? Do you want to practice in a progressive setting where you can...

Pharmacy Manager @ Highlandtown

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 9 days ago

management...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Reisterstown, MD (19 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reisterstown, MD (19 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 10 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 Supervisor, Day Shift, Pharmacy

  • Rockville, MD (23 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (23 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 13 days ago

competencies, performance development, engagement, coaching, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions for all pharmacy technicians, including Lead Technician, Inventory Technician, and Sterile Compounding...

Pharmacy Manager - Pharmacy - 0108

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 21 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Pharmacy Job Requisition: 434089 Address: USA-MD-Baltimore-6340 York Rd Store Code: GF - Pharmacy (2801486) Who Is Giant? With over 2 million weekly customers and...

Senior Director Pharmacy Business Services

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 28 days ago

Under the direction of the Vice President of Pharmacy, this individual is the strategic executive responsible for directing and overseeing UMMS pharmacy business and financial management services...

Pharmacy Operations Manager - Adult Inpatient Operations

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

The Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine are the major components of the Johns Hopkins Health System, a vertically integrated, multi-institutional system for...

Benefit Manager, Pharmacy

  • Greenbelt, MD (15 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenbelt, MD (15 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Primary Responsibilities Manages key pharmacy vendor relationships and day-to-day operational activities including contracting, service delivery and performance management. Proven track record of...

Oncology Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary LifeBridge Health, a leading healthcare provider in Maryland, offers a fulfilling career in a mission-driven, inclusive environment with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Annapolis, MD (17 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (17 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

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 Operations Manager (Outpatient)

  • Elkridge, MD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elkridge, MD
  • 90+ days ago

General Summary of Position Come grow with us! We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Operations Manager to help support and oversee our outpatient pharmacy locations. Candidates must have flexibility...

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Elkridge, MD

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Elkridge, MD 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 Elkridge, MD
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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