Pharmacy Manager Jobs in Ohio
Pharmacy Manager jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand across retail pharmacy chains, health system pharmacies, and specialty pharmacy settings at every level from newly licensed pharmacists stepping into management to seasoned directors overseeing multi-site operations. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, supported by major employers including CVS Health, Kroger, and OhioHealth. Clinical coordination, ambulatory care pharmacy management, and specialty pharmacy operations are the most sought-after areas of focus. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Where state and federal laws/regulations allow, accountable for performing day-to-day non-clinical pharmacy operations, administrative activities; Ensures efficient pharmacy workflow and a positive patient experience. Serves as a full-time certified pharmacy technician.
- Responsible for operating pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, supervising pharmacy technicians and pharmacy cashiers within the guidelines of authorized company policies, laws, regulations and business ethics.
- Responsible for the selection, scheduling, and development of pharmacy technician personnel. Leads training, coaching, and performance management of pharmacy technicians. Makes decisions regarding performance management including discipline and termination.
Customer Experience
- Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer complaints, helps respond to customers’ requests in a timely manner and answers non-clinical questions to ensure a positive customer experience. Models and shares customer service best practices.
- Develops strong relationships with customers by anticipating customer needs and proactively offering services to provide the best experience possible when using the pharmacy. Enhances customer experience by increasing focus on healthcare services.
- Responsible for assisting pharmacist in the delivery of patient care including patient registration, prescription data entry, preparation of medications for patients, counting, and verifying (where allowed by law). Completes patient and physician calls under the supervision of a pharmacist (where allowed by law). Under the supervision of a pharmacist assists with healthcare service offerings including administering vaccines, health screenings, and any health services allowed by law.
- Within the guidelines of authorized company policies, state and federal laws/regulations, exercises independent judgment to delegate, direct, and assign non-clinical work in the pharmacy. Ensures tasks are completed on-time and holds others accountable for efficient workflow.
- At the direction of the Pharmacy Manager or pharmacist, prepares, and files reports and records required by the company and various government agencies.
- Manages core pharmacy workflow and drives excellence in pharmacy operations. Coordinates and organizes pharmacy daily schedule of activities. Recommends allocation of pharmacy hours. Assures the pharmacy is clean, neat, orderly, and stocked with adequate supplies.
- Under the direction of the pharmacist, exercises independent judgment to ensure compliance and execution of all business administrative activities and pharmacy inventory management tasks that do not require pharmacist licensure. Manages annual inventory preparation.
- Accountable for completion of non-clinical patient calls.
- Drives new technology/ process roll out, champions change and engages team around action planning. Assures proper operation and maintenance of pharmacy department equipment. In collaboration with Pharmacy Manager, responsible for recordkeeping and ensuring security safeguards are in-place.
- 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 ensuring that the elements of Good Faith Dispensing are met.
- Maintains and applies knowledge of Company asset protection techniques. Supports Pharmacy Manager with diversion monitoring and reports any concerns that would compromise the security of the pharmacy to the Pharmacy Manager.
- Communicates prescription errors to the accountable pharmacist, and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
- Ensures the accurate processing of insurance claims to resolve customer issues and prevent payment rejections. Follows-up with insurance companies as well as medical providers and conducts or participates in 3rd party audit.
- Assists and supports Store Manager and Pharmacy Manager in analyzing and seeking to improve pharmacy financials, operational quality and customer service.
- Manages Community Outreach Portal and coordinates and, at the direction of the Pharmacy Manager, assigns pharmacists to off-site immunization clinics and community events. Builds and sustains relationships with retail partnerships.
- Leads performance management of technicians including making decisions and recommendations regarding discipline and termination. Follows constructive discipline policy to discipline, suspend, terminate or effectively recommend the same. Uses constructive discipline policy to ensure pharmacy technicians are compliant with state and federal laws. Holds technician accountable for attendance and timeliness. Maintains and improves performance of pharmacy through team member engagement and action planning.
- Accountable for technician hiring, on-boarding, training, and scheduling. Monitors and holds pharmacy technicians accountable for timely training completion. Follows established policies and procedures set by the company for scheduling and training.
- Accountable for identifying gaps in pharmacy operations knowledge among team members and supporting those team members in their training, either through hands-on training or assignment of learning modules.
- Assists Pharmacy Manager in monitoring that all pharmacy and team member licensures, registrations and certifications are active and in good standing/ compliant with all regulatory and legal requirements. Leverages Walgreens resources such as Walgreens Online Verification System to assist in documenting licensure status.
- Ensures proper procedures are followed for selection, recruitment, record retention, and training as required by Company policy and local, state and federal laws.
- Maintains PTCB certification through the designated PTCB training program and/or state required certification/registration.
- Maintains and enhances current knowledge and skills related to pharmacy and healthcare.
- Obtains necessary certifications, education credits and training such as LTMP e-modules as required by the Company. Follows performance improvement plans offered by Pharmacy Manager.
- Seeks professional development by monitoring one’s own performance, solicits for constructive feedback, and leverages Healthcare Supervisor as mentor and coach.
- Communicates with pharmacy team, relaying messages from the support center or other key emails as required.
- Participates in key store/pharmacy meetings, including 5-minute meetings and weekly check-ins with the Store Manager
Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- PTCB certification (except in Puerto Rico).
- Has one year of work experience as a pharmacy technician in a retail or hospital setting.
- Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico).
- Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous people management/ leadership experience.
- Previous work experience with Walgreens with an Exceeding Expectation on last performance evaluation.
This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The current salary range for this position is $22.50 per hour - $31.00 per hour. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: Hourly
Benefits
Health, dental and vision*
Prescription coverage
Retirement Savings Plan (401(k))
Employee discount
Work & life resources
Career development programs
- with a 30-hour work week
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Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Pharmacy Manager Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens30

- CVS Health8

- Optum2

- Walmart2

- Meijer1

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail14
- Insurance1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacy manager jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio pharmacist license issued by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college or school of pharmacy
- At least two years of staff pharmacist experience in a retail or clinical setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage pharmacy technicians, scheduling, and daily operations
- Experience with regulatory compliance, inventory control, and controlled substance protocols
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with prescribers, patients, and healthcare teams
Pharmacy Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pharmacy manager in Ohio?
To become a pharmacy manager in Ohio, you must hold an active pharmacist license issued by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy, which requires completing a Doctor of Pharmacy program, passing the NAPLEX and MPJE exams, and completing the required internship hours. From there, most Ohio employers promote candidates who demonstrate leadership in staff pharmacist roles, and some large health systems offer formal transition-to-management pathways for licensed pharmacists pursuing supervisory positions.
Which companies hire pharmacy managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring pharmacy managers in Ohio right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems and widespread retail pharmacy presence keep demand across the state relatively consistent throughout the year.
Which Ohio cities have the most pharmacy manager jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Canton have the most pharmacy manager openings in Ohio, reflecting the concentration of major retail pharmacy networks, academic medical centers, and regional health systems in these metros. Smaller markets like Dayton and Akron also see steady postings driven by community hospital systems and regional pharmacy chains with a long-standing footprint in those areas.
Are there remote pharmacy manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Pharmacy management is a hands-on role that typically requires an on-site presence for supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing dispensing operations. About 17% of pharmacy manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve specialty pharmacy clinical management, prior authorization oversight, or population health pharmacy coordination rather than traditional dispensing leadership.
How can I get hired as a pharmacy manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a pharmacy manager role after two or more years as a licensed staff pharmacist at a retail chain or health system. Large Ohio employers such as OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Kroger Health run formal pharmacist development programs that prepare staff pharmacists for supervisory responsibilities. Completing a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency at an Ohio hospital significantly strengthens a candidate's profile, and obtaining your Ohio Board of Pharmacy license early while pursuing any voluntary specialty certification gives you a measurable edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to pharmacy manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to pharmacy manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.
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