Pharmacist Jobs in Opelika, AL

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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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Inpatient Pharmacy Opelika

  • East Alabama Medical Center
  • Opelika, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 14 days ago

The pharmacist facilitates the medication reconciliation process and works closely within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best care is provided....

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District Support Pharmacist - Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 17 days ago

You will work within the district to cover pharmacist scheduling gaps, under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager (PM) and Rx District Leader (DL) to support our pharmacy teams....

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Pharmacist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Montgomery
  • Notasulga, AL (19 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Notasulga, AL (19 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 26 days ago

Pharmacist Career Opportunity Valued for your Expertise as a Pharmacist Are you a dedicated and skilled pharmacist seeking a career that aligns with your values?...

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Pharmacist

  • Health Advocates Network, Inc.
  • Opelika, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

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Pharmacist - Full-time Floater, GA & AL Licensed Preferred

  • Publix Asset Management Company
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

What sets our pharmacy departments apart is a genuine patient-centric environment with clinical services such as immunizations, MTM (medication therapy management), and much more!...

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Pharmacist - Full-time Floater, GA & AL Licensed Preferred

  • Publix
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

What sets our pharmacy departments apart is a genuine patient-centric environment with clinical services such as immunizations, MTM (medication therapy management), and much more!...

In Person Full Time

Pharmacist 2Nd Shift 7 0N/7 0Ff - Inpatient Pharmacy $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • East Alabama Medical Center
  • Opelika, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 45+ days ago

The pharmacist facilitates the medication reconciliation process and works closely within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best care is provided....

In Person

Staff Pharmacist - Opelika, Alabama

  • Soliant Health
  • Opelika, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Contract This opportunity seeks experienced pharmacists to support pharmacy operations at a respected 300-bed hospital located in the Auburn/Opelika area...

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Pharmacist in Auburn, AL

  • Soliant Health
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Contract Join a well-established 300-bed hospital in the Auburn/Opelika area as a Staff Pharmacist, supporting inpatient medication services with a focus...

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Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Pharmacy Opelika $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • East Alabama Medical Center
  • Opelika, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 90+ days ago

The pharmacist facilitates the medication reconciliation process and works closely within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best care is provided....

In Person

Demographic Data for Opelika, AL

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Opelika, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Opelika, AL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.9%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
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 in Opelika, AL
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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