Pharmacist Jobs

A Pharmacist plays a critical role in the pharmacy industry, ensuring patients receive the correct medications and understand how to use them safely and effectively. They review and interpret physician orders, detect potential medication interactions, dispense prescribed medications, and counsel patients on their proper usage and potential side effects. Additionally, they provide advice on healthy lifestyles, conduct health screenings, manage immunization programs, and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and interns. Pharmacists often work in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, or they may work in research or the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmacists are required to have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college or university. They must also pass two exams to become licensed: the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and, in most states, the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE). Important skills for a Pharmacist include strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with a diverse population, and the capacity to handle stressful situations. Prior to becoming a Pharmacist, individuals often work as Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns, or in related health care roles to gain practical experience in the field.

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Premier Pharmacy Care, LLC

Staff Pharmacist

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago

Have 1-2 years of experience as a practicing pharmacist, including sterile compounding (preferred but not required)....

Pharmacist / Clinical & Drug Information Coordinator

  • Martinez, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Martinez, CA
  • 4 days ago

PHARMACIST (CLINICAL & DRUG INFORMATION COORDINATOR) $151,628.05 - $193,498.82 Annually The Contra Costa Health Services Behavioral Health Division, in partnership with consumers, families, staff and...

Harbor Health Services, Inc

Pharmacist

Harbor Health Services is seeking a talented Pharmacist to join our Retail Pharmacy Team at the Harbor Community Health Center-Hyannis. Position is 30 hours weekly....

Pharmacist

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 days ago

Seeking personable, compassionate, full time Pharmacist at an independent community Pharmacy, in practice for thirty-nine years....

Supervising Pharmacist

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 8 days ago

therapy management services - Educate patients about general health topics, including diet, exercise, and preventive care - Advocate for patients' needs and provide assistance with medication affordability...

Venesco, LLC

Clinical Pharmacist - Nights

Perform a full range of pharmacist procedures. Requirements 1....

Mister Meds

Pharmacist-in - Charge

Must meet state requirements to act as Pharmacist in Charge (PIC). 3+ years of experience in a compounding pharmacy, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role....

Friday Harbor Drug

Pharmacy Manager

Preferred Qualifications: Pharmacist-in-Charge Experience Prior experience as a Pharmacist-in-Charge or managing a pharmacy location Knowledge of pharmacy financials, inventory control, and cost-saving...

Rx relief

Retail Pharmacist

Last check pharmacist – review and check pharmacy technician’s work based on physician prescriptions and Medication Therapy Management protocols....

Resident Pharmacist I

  • Trinity, FL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Trinity, FL
  • 13 hours ago

Job Summary and Qualifications We are seeking a Resident Pharmacist I to join our team....

PGY1 Acute Care Resident Pharmacist

  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 hours ago

Registered Pharmacist by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy....

Pharmacist - Acute Care - Casual

  • Fargo, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 1 day ago

Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certification/Licensure Required: Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the Board of Pharmacy of the state in which they will be working Pharmacists in the SMPHM...

Intern- Pharmacist

  • Brainerd, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Brainerd, MN
  • 2 days ago

It is also accountable for performing bulk compounding and packaging duties to ensure uninterrupted supply and in accordance with Board of Pharmacy rules, while adhering to USP 795 requirements for...

Pharmacist- Acute Care (48 hours per pay period)

  • Brainerd, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Brainerd, MN
  • 2 days ago

If currently registered as a Pharmacist in another state, must be registered with the Board of Pharmacy of the state in which they will be working (Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota) as a Pharmacist-Intern...

Pharmacist

  • Winterhaven, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Winterhaven, CA
  • 8 days ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.1%
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists
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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