Pharmacy Manager Jobs in California

A Pharmacy Manager is a pivotal figure in the pharmacy industry, responsible for leading and managing all aspects of pharmacy operations, including the dispensing of prescription medications, patient counseling, regulatory compliance, and the management of pharmacy staff. They are imperative in ensuring the delivery of quality services to customers, and to maintain a profitable, safe, and legally compliant environment. Essential skills for a Pharmacy Manager include excellent communication, leadership and management skills, a deep understanding of pharmaceutical therapy, and the ability to work under pressure.

Before becoming a Pharmacy Manager, an individual may have worked as a Registered Pharmacist, responsible for dispensing drugs and counseling patients about their medication. Another role could be that of a Pharmacy Assistant, which would include tasks like handling customer transactions, arranging the inventory, and assisting the pharmacist. In some cases, one might first work as a Pharmacy Technician, aiding pharmacists with the preparation of prescription medications, managing inventory, and maintaining patient records. Acquiring a degree in pharmacy is a standard requirement, and obtaining additional qualifications or certifications like a Pharmacy Board Certification or a Master's in Business Administration (MBA), can significantly enhance a candidate's competency for the role of a Pharmacy Manager.

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Rx relief

Director of Pharmacy

Attention Pharmacists: Are you ready for a great new job in Kern County, CA? With a salary starting at $80.00*, Rx relief is looking for the right person to fill a Director of Pharmacy position...

Director, Pharmacy RCM Operations

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago

managers and billing specialists; oversee training programs to ensure regulatory and system proficiency Build and maintain a pipeline of new business opportunities and identify upsell potential within...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Oxnard, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Oxnard, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Supports Pharmacy Manager with diversion monitoring and reports any concerns that would compromise the security of the pharmacy to the Pharmacy Manager....

Supervisor, Pharmacy Care Delivery, Acute Care Pharmacy

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago

and monitor execution of practices; creating agendas and beginning to facilitate staff meetings, clinical practice meetings, and staff huddles to ensure alignment across teams; updating and revising compounding...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Fallbrook, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fallbrook, CA
  • 21 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Operations Manager - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Goleta, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Goleta, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Supports Pharmacy Manager with diversion monitoring and reports any concerns that would compromise the security of the pharmacy to the Pharmacy Manager....

CA Pharmacy Manager

  • Big Bear Lake, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Big Bear Lake, CA
  • 1 day ago

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Director of Pharmacy

  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Pharmacy Director JOIN AN OUTSTANDING TEAM What’s your wish list for the perfect job? Maybe it’s to make a positive impact in the world, or to grow your career in healthcare. Maybe...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago

Pharmacy Managers support novel program awareness, onboard newly hired pharmacy team members, and recognize colleagues for their success....

El Centro, CA Pharmacy Director Job

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Interim Director of Pharmacy (DOP) El Centro, CA A respected 120-bed community hospital in El Centro, California is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Pharmacy to provide strong leadership...

Director of Pharmacy Job FT Southern California

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Interim Director of Pharmacy Southern California Community Hospital A well-regarded 120-bed hospital in Southern California is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Pharmacy to lead its...

Interim Director of Pharmacy Southern California

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

A 120-bed community hospital in Southern California is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Pharmacy to oversee pharmacy operations during a transitional period. This role supports inpatient...

Interim Director of Pharmacy (DOP) El Centro, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

A 120-bed community hospital in El Centro, CA, is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Pharmacy to lead their pharmacy operations during a transitional period. This is a critical leadership...

Director of Pharmacy Services

  • Placerville, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Placerville, CA
  • 2 days ago

Strong knowledge of inpatient pharmacy operations, infusion therapy services, sterile compounding, and 340B program compliance....

Pharmacy Operations Manager - Bay Area, CA

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Reputable hospital network seeks director of pharmacy in the San Francisco Bay Area. Great opportunity to join stable hospital group with strong benefits and opportunities for upward mobility....

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Pharmacy Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
Essentials of Good Pharmacy Practice: The Basics
This course provides pharmacists with some essential knowledge to provide better pharmaceutical services and professional abilities, related to the World Health Organisations Good Pharmacy...

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Salary for Pharmacy Manager Jobs in California

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 Managers in California 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 Managers in California
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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