Pharmacy Director Jobs in Edison, NJ

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

  • East Brunswick, NJ (5 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (5 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Supervisor, Pharmacy - Full Time (jfk Medical Center)

  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Assists the Pharmacy Management Team with the scheduling of the Pharmacy staff. 19....

Associate Director, Pharmacy Solutions Marketing

  • Hopewell, NJ (21 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hopewell, NJ (21 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Manager Pharmacy - Pharmacy - Day Shift

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Experience with chemotherapy compounding and operating room pharmacy operations. Experience with pharmacy automation (i.e....

Project Manager - Pharmacy Operations - Evernorth - Hybrid

  • Morris Plains, NJ (23 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (23 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As an Operations Project Senior Advisor for the Pharmacy Advancement Operating Effectiveness team, you will be responsible for providing program and project management over a portfolio of...

Director Pharmacy Consulting

  • Short Hills, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a Pharmacy Director, you will lead large, highly visible client engagements....

Supervisor, Pharmacy - Full Time (JFK Medical Center)

  • Edison, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Pharmacy Manager

  • North Brunswick, NJ (7 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (7 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 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...

Manager Pharmacy - Pharmacy - Day Shift

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Experience with chemotherapy compounding and operating room pharmacy operations. Experience with pharmacy automation (i.e....

Research Pharmacy Manager

  • New Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Research Pharmacy Manager Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department CINJ-Pharmacy Overview...

Research Pharmacy Manager Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Pharmacy Manager within the Rutgers Cancer Institute-Pharmacy Department. The Research Pharmacy Manager...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 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...

Project Manager (Pharmaceutical Business Analytics)

  • Princeton, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Provide advanced forecasting strategies and actionable insights for global pharmaceutical clients for Inline and Pipeline products. Deliver commercial strategic plans and insights for new product...

Pharmacy Supervisor

  • Pine Brook, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Must have a minimum of 2 years of Pharmacy Management experience. At least 3 to 5 years of experience in a clean room or infusion pharmacy....

Internal Audit Manager (Pharmaceutical)

  • Bridgewater, NJ (12 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (12 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Job title: Internal Audit Manager (Pharmaceutical) Location: Cambridge, MA, Bridgewater, NJ-Hybrid 3 days in Office About the Job Ready to push the limits of what's possible? Join Sanofi in one of...

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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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Good Pharmacy Practice: Medication Management
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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Edison, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Edison, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.9%
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 Edison, NJ
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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