Pharmacy Director Jobs in Silver Spring, 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.

1-15 of 16 Jobs

Director Pharmacy Financial Strategy and Operations

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 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...

FT Pharmacy Manager - Store 262 Arlington, VA

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

welcome, important and appreciated Administer immunizations to customers following Harris Teeter's standing orders and procedures Complete clinical services according to relevant case load Dispense or compound...

Associate Chief of Pharmacy

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Maintains an efficient and effective medication distribution system for unit-dose medications, outpatient prescription dispensing, hazardous and non-hazardous sterile compounding, non-sterile compounding...

FT Pharmacy Manager (modified hours) - Store 352 Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 days ago

welcome, important and appreciated Administer immunizations to customers following Harris Teeters standing orders and procedures Complete clinical services according to relevant case load Dispense or compound...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Severn, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Severn, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago

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

Pharmacy Manager (Pharmacist)

  • Germantown, MD (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (16 miles from Silver Spring, 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 Operations Manager

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, 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 (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, 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...

Regional Sales Director - Pharmacy Automation, Mid-Atlantic Region

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Regional Sales Director - Pharmacy Automation, Mid-Atlantic Region Location: Washington DC / Baltimore The Region Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation, is directly responsible for generating...

Pharmacy Manager roles in WA for impacted Rite Aid colleagues

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 24 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 24 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...

Benefit Manager, Pharmacy

  • Greenbelt, MD (7 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenbelt, MD (7 miles from Silver Spring, 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...

Clinical Manager Pharmacy Services - Critical Care

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

General Summary of Position We are actively recruiting for an experienced Clinical Manager Pharmacy Services to help lead our Critical Care team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 45+ days 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...

Clinical Pharmacy Manager - Oncology Infusion Center

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Your role will be vital to optimizing patient outcomes through effective medication therapy management, investigational drug therapy, and collaboration with the oncology care team....

Pharmacy Operations Manager (Outpatient)

  • Elkridge, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, 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...

Demographic Data for Silver Spring, MD

Moving to Silver Spring, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Silver Spring, MD below.


Local
National
307,175
5,518
Large

Pharmacy Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHirePharmacy curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
Good Pharmacy Practice: Medication Management
On this three-week advanced course from Taipei Medical University, youll build your knowledge of medication use and management. This course builds on the Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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 Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Pharmacy Director Related Career Advice Articles

happy pharmacy manager standing in front of her two happy pharmacy employees
5 Key Traits of Successful Pharmacy Managers

Interested in becoming a pharmacy manager? Find out what it takes to succeed in this challenging yet highly lucrative and rewarding position.

Read article »
Pharmacist posing in front of shelves full of medications
Community or Hospital Pharmacy: Which is Right for You?

While a variety of specialty practice areas exist for pharmacists, community and hospital are the two main settings these professionals work in. If you’re considering employment in a hospital or community pharmacy, learn more about each environment in this brief guide to determine which best aligns with your qualifications, skills, preferences, and career goals.

Read article »
Pharmacist smiling at camera
Pharmacist Job Outlook: Is Supply Meeting Demand?

Looking for pharmacist jobs? Learn more about the pharmacist job outlook through industry data and insights.

Read article »