Pharmacy Director Jobs in Mechanicsville, VA

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 - Community

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and addiction treatment communities. We do more than just...

Director of Pharmacy

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 8 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Director of Pharmacy? At Retreat Doctors' Hospital, you come first. HCA...

Director of Pharmacy

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Director of Pharmacy? At Retreat Doctors Hospital, you come first. HCA...

Pharmacy/Lead Certified Technician

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 8 days ago

Provide and train others to provide exceptional customer service to help people live healthier lives by treating our customers/employees in a fair and ethical manner, providing a safe, clean,...

Director Pharmacy Financial Strategy and Operations

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Company : Highmark Inc. Job Description : JOB SUMMARY As part of the enterprise strategy to integrate and scale pharmacy solutions that disrupt the pharmacy supply chain, this new position will be...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Colonial Heights, VA (23 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (23 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver...

Senior Pharmacist

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 19 days ago

May participate in outreach efforts as needed to effectively reach goals of Medication Therapy Management programs to include, but not limited to Comprehensive Medication Reviews and Targeted Medication...

Clinical Pharmacy Manager - Memorial Regional Medical Center

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! S cheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Clinical Pharmacy Manager Memorial Regional Medical Center Job Summary:...

Lead Pharmacist- Ambulatory/Retail

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Pharmacist Lead job ensures the overall integrity, safety, rationality, and effectiveness of the drug use control process for all patients in the assigned geographic or specialty area,...

Pharmacy Director - Richmond Virginia

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

an Interim Pharmacy Director....

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Summary... 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...

Pharmacy Manager - Sign On Bonus Available

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Pharmacy Manager

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Oversees and directs operations of the in-store pharmacy and other areas of the warehouse. Monitors department performance as Pharmacist-in-Charge. Participates in Pharmacist...

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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 Mechanicsville, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Mechanicsville, VA 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 Mechanicsville, VA
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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