Pharmacy Director Jobs in Kirkland, WA

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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Director Pharmacy

  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (9 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (9 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 20 hours ago

In this role, your leadership will: Evolve our pharmacy management model, by building new TCOC (total cost of care) management capabilities and strategic relationships....

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Port Orchard, WA (19 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (19 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 21 hours 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 Supervisor - Remote PST

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 3 days ago

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start...

Remote Work

Pharmacy Manager

  • Bremerton, WA (20 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (20 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Regional Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation - Northwest Region

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Regional Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation - Northwest Region Location: Seattle, WA The Region Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation, is directly responsible for generating significant growth and...

Director, Pharmacy

  • Covington, WA (21 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Covington, WA (21 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 9 days ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Lead Pharmacist, UM

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Senior Marketing Manager, Pharmacy, Amazon Pharmacy

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Amazon is committed to building the worlds most customer-centric pharmacy. We value industry collaborations as we design a pharmacy experience that helps our shared customers save time, save money...

Clinical Supervisor - Pharmacy

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Clinical Supervisor - Pharmacy Seattle, WA About Swedish Cherry Hill How does Our Promise of Know me, care for me, ease my way impact your work experience? Video length: 41 seconds 0:41 How does...

Clinical Supervisor - Pharmacy

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Join our dynamic team as a Pharmacy Supervisor! In this role, you will work closely with the Pharmacy Manager to oversee daily operations, including workflow management, staffing, orientation,...

Supervisor - Pharmacy Operations

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 22 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 22 days ago

Oversees sterile compounding and medication pump libraries in collaboration with the QA & Research Pharmacist....

Integration Program Manager, Pharmacy Automation Management Team

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 25 days ago

Amazon Integration Program Manager, Pharmacy Automation Management Team in Seattle , Washington Description Amazon Pharmacy is on a mission to reinvent pharmacy and drive the future of healthcare....

Pharmacy Manager -FT

  • Silverdale, WA (24 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silverdale, WA (24 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ 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...

Pharmacy Manager

  • Kingston, WA (18 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kingston, WA (18 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of all prescriptions filled by completing Drug Utilization Review and Final Quality Assurance, applicable to state and federal Board of Pharmacy regulations....

Regional Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation - Northwest Region - Swisslog Healthcare

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Regional Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation - Northwest Region Location: Seattle, WA The Region Sales Director, Pharmacy Automation, is directly responsible for generating significant growth and...

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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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Become a Pharmacy Preceptor
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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 Director Jobs in Kirkland, WA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacy Directors in Kirkland, WA 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 Kirkland, WA
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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