Pharmacy executive and mid-level manager perceptions of leadership in contemporary health-system pharmacy

Most pharmacy leaders are satisfied with their leadership role and would pursue leadership in hospital or health-system pharmacy if starting their career over. Attention needs to be given to the percentage of dissatisfied pharmacy leaders and those whose job satisfaction has worsened when compared to the prior 12 months. Opportunities exist to increase succession planning, continuous professional development, mentorship, and work-life balance to build a qualified pool of leaders and sustain the satisfaction of current leaders.