Pharmacy Director Jobs in Westford, MA

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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Pharmacy Manager

  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 13 hours 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...

Travel Hospital Retail Pharmacy Manager - $2,940 per week

  • Burlington, MA (13 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (13 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Alturas, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Pharmacist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date:...

Director, Pharmaceutical Sciences Program Leadership

  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Manager, Pharmacy Product Development - Pharmacy Health Services

  • Wellesley, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

experience engaging and inspiring teams to achieve both short-term, and long-term goals + 5+ years experience influencing without authority + Self-directed requiring little direction + Knowledge of retail...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Malden, MA (22 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Malden, MA (22 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 8 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 (Pharmacist)

  • Burlington, MA (13 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (13 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 14 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...

Manager of Pharmacy Operations

  • North Billerica, MA (7 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • North Billerica, MA (7 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 15 days ago

utilization review of patient prescriptions o Final verification of patient prescriptions o Consultation with patients and providers to resolve clinical concerns o Prescription Drug Monitoring Program...

Regional Pharmacy Manager

  • Marlborough, MA (17 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (17 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 19 days ago

At least 1 year of pharmacy management experience in a home infusion setting....

Senior Director, Pharmacy Channel Optimization

  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Job Title: Senior Director, Pharmacy Channel Optimization Location: Morristown, NJ, Cambridge, MA About the Job Sanofi is seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to serve as the Senior...

LEAD PHARMACIST- INFUSION- St. Joseph Hospital- Nashua, NH

  • Nashua, NH (10 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (10 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 22 days ago

and Responsibilities + Assists with verification of treatment plan medication orders for dosing, interactions, compatibility, allergies, contraindications, and overall appropriateness of therapy + Compounds...

Pharmacy Director

  • Hudson, MA (14 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (14 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Our Company: Amerita Overview: Amerita is a leading provider of Specialty Infusion services focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the...

Account Manager - Pharmacy

  • North Billerica, MA (7 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • North Billerica, MA (7 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 26 days ago

If you are someone who enjoys building and nurturing customer relationships and identifying opportunities for growth, we have an exciting position for you! We are hiring an Account Manager to...

Security Operations Manager (Pharmaceutical Client): $88,000/year

  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 28 days ago

JOB SPECIFICATION: Title: Security Operations Manager Reports To: Global Account Manager Environment: Pharmaceutical Client Location: Cambridge, MA (Free parking) Schedule: Monday-Friday (7am-3pm)...

Executive Director, Pharmacology

  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Westford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

About MannKind MannKind Corporation focuses on the development and commercialization of innovative inhaled therapeutic products and devices to address serious unmet medical needs for those living...

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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Westford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Westford, MA 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 Westford, MA
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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