Pharmacy Director Jobs in Iowa

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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Contract/Travel - Interim Pharmacy Manager - NE Iowa

  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 9 hours ago

Job Opportunity: Interim Pharmacy Manager Location : Northeastern Iowa Pharmacy Setting : Long Term Care Position Overview: Soliant Health is seeking an experienced Interim Pharmacy Manager to...

(USA) Pharmacy Manager

  • Lansing, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lansing, IA
  • 16 hours ago

... What you'll do... Pharmacist in Charge The prescriptions are stocked. We need you to bring the passion. The Walmart Rx Manager operates the pharmacy from a place of true caring. Come ready to...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago

... What you'll do... Pharmacist in Charge The prescriptions are stocked. We need you to bring the passion. The Walmart Rx Manager operates the pharmacy from a place of true caring. Come ready to...

Pharmacy Manager-Ambulatory Care

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 17 hours ago

Desired Qualifications: Experience in a health-system outpatient/retail pharmacy setting is highly desirable....

Floating Long Term Care Pharmacy Manager Decorah, IA

  • Decorah, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Decorah, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Exciting Opportunity for Retail/MTM Pharmacist in Waterloo, Iowa! Soliant Health is looking for a Retail/MTM Pharmacy Manager to join one of our partner long-term care facilities in Decorah, Iowa....

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Manager

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago

The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Pharmaceutical Care, is seeking a full-time Ambulatory Care Clinical Manager to join our team. The Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Manager will...

Full-Time Long Term Care Pharmacy Manager - Decorah, IA

  • Decorah, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Decorah, IA
  • 1 day ago

therapy management services Provide clinical consultation to nursing staff and physicians Monitor quality assurance metrics and implement improvement strategies Maintain accurate documentation and...

Retail Pharmacy Manager - 13-Week Contract - Decorah, IA

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

Job Title : Pharmacy Manager Location : Decorah, IA Setting : Long-Term Care Duration : Open to TTH or Permanent Schedule : Day Shift + Rotating Weekends Job Description : We are urgently seeking...

Pharmacy Manager $60,000 Sign On Bonus and Relocation Assistance

  • Sigourney, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sigourney, IA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD...

Pharmacist in Charge/Pharmacy Manager

  • Carroll, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carroll, IA
  • 1 day ago

Compounding & Operational Oversight Oversee daily operations of the compounding lab, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols....

Pharmacy Manager - Relocation Assistance Available

  • Clinton, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Clinton, IA
  • 8 days ago

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

Pharmacy Manager- Relocation Available

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago

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

Lead Pharmacist, UM

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago

Molina Healthcare Lead Pharmacist, UM in Iowa City , Iowa JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary Molina Pharmacy Services/Management staff work to ensure that Molina members have access to all medically...

Pharmacy Department Manager

  • Albia, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Albia, IA
  • 15 days ago

Responsible for managing all referrals submitted by Hy-Vee retail pharmacy locations. Communicates and coordinates with Hy-Vee retail pharmacists regarding referrals and as needed....

Pharmacy Supervisor, Inpatient Decentralized Clinical Pharmacy Services University of Utah Health Care, United States about 4 hours ago Location: Murray, IOWA As a patient-focused organization,...

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Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy Services
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Essentials of Good Pharmacy Practice: The Basics
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Salary for Pharmacy Director Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.9%
Doctorate Degree
32.7%
Master's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
5.7%
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 Iowa
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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