Director of Pharmacy Operations Jobs
Director of Pharmacy Operations jobs are open across health systems, retail pharmacy chains, specialty pharmacies, and managed care organizations, at levels from operations manager to VP, with specializations in regulatory compliance, clinical pharmacy programs, and supply chain management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Syracuse
- Allied Health
- Management & Professional
- Full-time
- Opening on: Nov 11 2026
- Pharmacy-DT
- State of New York
- TH Associate Director of Pharmacy, NSSL5
- 91729
- UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
Job Summary:
The Associate Director of Pharmacy Operations oversees inpatient pharmacy operations and advises the Executive Director of Pharmacy on all operational matters at the Downtown Campus. Designs and adjusts workflows for optimal service, efficiency, and medication safety. Champions innovation in pharmacy operations by identifying opportunities for process redesign and new service models. Collaborates with informatics and automation teams to integrate technology into daily workflows. Establishes and maintains key operational and quality metrics (e.g., turnaround time, medication errors, drug expenditure, productivity) and uses this data to drive continual operational improvement, benchmark performance, and report outcomes to leadership team. Maintains policies and procedures aligned with best practices, national standards, and regulatory and accreditation requirements. Coordinates staffing, orientation and training, and supervises and evaluates pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Supports budgeting, inventory management teams. Takes department lead in emergency management preparedness planning for department operations. Assures completion of daily workload in the Director's absence and participates in meetings and committees as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy; NYS pharmacist license/registration required. A minimum of 5 years of progressive hospital/health-system pharmacy experience OR completion of a PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership residency required. 2 years of supervisory experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree (MBA, MHA, MS in Health-System Pharmacy Administration, or related field).
PGY1/PGY2 Residency
Board certification.
Experience with budgeting, regulatory compliance, USP compliance, pharmacy automation, and performance improvement.
Work Days:
Days, occasional off shift
Message to Applicants:
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
- Syracuse
- Allied Health
- Management & Professional
- Full-time
- Opening on: Nov 11 2026
- Pharmacy-DT
- State of New York
- TH Associate Director of Pharmacy, NSSL5
- 91729
- UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
Job Summary:
The Associate Director of Pharmacy Operations oversees inpatient pharmacy operations and advises the Executive Director of Pharmacy on all operational matters at the Downtown Campus. Designs and adjusts workflows for optimal service, efficiency, and medication safety. Champions innovation in pharmacy operations by identifying opportunities for process redesign and new service models. Collaborates with informatics and automation teams to integrate technology into daily workflows. Establishes and maintains key operational and quality metrics (e.g., turnaround time, medication errors, drug expenditure, productivity) and uses this data to drive continual operational improvement, benchmark performance, and report outcomes to leadership team. Maintains policies and procedures aligned with best practices, national standards, and regulatory and accreditation requirements. Coordinates staffing, orientation and training, and supervises and evaluates pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Supports budgeting, inventory management teams. Takes department lead in emergency management preparedness planning for department operations. Assures completion of daily workload in the Director's absence and participates in meetings and committees as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy; NYS pharmacist license/registration required. A minimum of 5 years of progressive hospital/health-system pharmacy experience OR completion of a PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership residency required. 2 years of supervisory experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree (MBA, MHA, MS in Health-System Pharmacy Administration, or related field).
PGY1/PGY2 Residency
Board certification.
Experience with budgeting, regulatory compliance, USP compliance, pharmacy automation, and performance improvement.
Work Days:
Days, occasional off shift
Message to Applicants:
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of pharmacy operations jobs.
- Active pharmacist licensure in the state of employment (Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharm)
- Minimum five years of progressive pharmacy management or supervisory experience
- Experience with regulatory compliance including Joint Commission, CMS, or state board standards
- Proficiency with pharmacy information systems such as Epic Willow, Omnicell, or Pyxis
- Demonstrated experience managing pharmacy budgets, procurement, and formulary oversight
- Board certification in a pharmacy specialty such as BCPS, BCOP, or BCSCP preferred
Tips for Your Director of Pharmacy Operations Job Search
Quantify pharmacy performance on your resume
Hiring managers for this role want to see measurable outcomes. Replace vague statements with numbers: dispensing volume managed, cost reductions achieved, or accreditation timelines you compressed. Directors who can show operational impact in numbers move faster through screening.
Highlight your state licensure and DEA registration
Many applicants overlook listing their pharmacist licensure status and DEA registration prominently. For director-level roles, compliance credentials often gate initial screening. Put them in a dedicated section near the top, not buried in a paragraph at the bottom.
Target openings by pharmacy setting type
Your experience in retail pharmacy chains does not directly transfer to specialty infusion or health system inpatient environments without explanation. Filter your search by setting type and tailor your resume to reflect the operational priorities of each environment before applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of pharmacy operations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers at this level typically present real operational problems: a medication error rate spike, a failed audit finding, or a staffing shortage during a drug shortage. Prepare two or three concrete situations from your past where you diagnosed a systemic pharmacy operations issue and resolved it.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base salary
Director-level pharmacy roles often include performance bonuses tied to clinical quality metrics or cost targets. Before accepting any offer, ask specifically which metrics determine bonus payout and whether those targets have been hit in the past two cycles.
Director of Pharmacy Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of pharmacy operationss?
Optum, Walgreens, and ECU Health are hiring the most director of pharmacy operationss right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Texas, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and regional pharmacy chains tend to post the most consistent volume at this level.
How do you become a director of pharmacy operations?
Start by completing a Pharm.D. and obtaining state licensure, then build several years of staff pharmacist experience before moving into a lead or supervisory role. From there, pursue pharmacy manager or assistant director positions where you gain budget responsibility, regulatory oversight, and staff leadership. Many directors also complete an ASHP-accredited pharmacy practice residency or earn a specialty board certification to accelerate advancement into operations leadership.
Can you get hired as a director of pharmacy operations without prior director experience?
Yes, many organizations hire candidates who have strong assistant director or pharmacy manager backgrounds even without a formal director title. The key is demonstrating that you have owned the functions the role requires: budget management, regulatory readiness, staff development, and cross-functional collaboration with nursing, finance, or administration. Framing your existing experience around those outcomes, rather than your job title, is what moves you past initial screening.
What does the director of pharmacy operations interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen conducted by HR or a talent team, followed by a panel interview with pharmacy leadership, the chief pharmacy officer, and often a finance or operations partner. Finalists frequently present a case study or operations improvement proposal to a cross-functional panel. Reference checks with former supervisors or medical staff partners are standard before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to director of pharmacy operations jobs?
You can find and apply to director of pharmacy operations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your pharmacy setting experience and leadership background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your goals.
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