Pharmacy Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Senior Director, Pharmacy Account Management

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Job Title: Senior Director, Pharmacy Account Management Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job The Senior Director, Pharmacy Account Management is responsible for leading a team that is responsible...

Pharmacy Manager

  • North Andover, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • North Andover, MA
  • 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...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago

Salary for this position: $60.00 - $65.00/Hour Are you looking for a meaningful career making a difference in our local communities? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Leominster, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 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 Operations Manager

  • Southborough, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Southborough, MA
  • 3 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

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 3 days ago

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

Security: Account Manager - Pharmaceutical Company $75K-$85K

  • Norton, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Norton, MA
  • 3 days ago

Account Manager Essential Functions: Serves as a key point of client contact to ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service for assigned account; evaluates service quality and initiates...

Associate Director, Pharmacy Underwriting

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

Ready to help us transform healthcare? Bring your true colors to blue. What we need: The Associate Director of Pharmacy Underwriting will be responsible for the overall management of the Pharmacy...

(Senior) Director, Pharmacology (In Vitro, In Vivo)

  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago

Company Overview: Abiologics, Inc. is a privately held, early-stage biotechnology company on a mission to make biology better through an innovative therapeutic modality. We are pioneering the...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Falmouth, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA
  • 12 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...

Interim Senior Director of Pharmacy

  • Springfield, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 14 days ago

Interim Senior Director of Pharmacy Needed in Springfield, MA! The Position An Interim Senior Director of Pharmacy is needed to lead pharmacy operations across a large integrated health system....

Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter

  • Salem, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 14 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4297518 Job Title: Manager, Pharmacy Underwriter Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 06/24/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided Shift: Not...

Director, Pharmaceutical Sciences Program Leadership

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 15 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...

Director, Pharmaceutical Sciences Program Leadership

  • Boston, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 15 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
  • 15 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 15 days ago

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

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Pharmacy Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy Services
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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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