Pharmacist Jobs in Arkansas

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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Staff Pharmacist

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

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

Pharmacist III - Pharmacy Stores

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 hours ago

personnel including pharmacists, technicians, volunteers, and students....

Pharmacist III - Pharmacy Stores

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 8 hours ago

personnel including pharmacists, technicians, volunteers, and students....

Pharmacist - Per Diem

  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 hours ago

Responsibilities As the Pharmacist, you will be responsible for having a working knowledge of all areas of pharmaceutical services including drug distribution systems, central operations and IV admixture...

Pharmacist

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides pharmaceutical care to Customers including processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders counseling Customers regarding health care and prescription...

Pharmacist (Pool)

  • Joiner, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Joiner, AR
  • 3 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?...

Part Time Pharmacist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Title: Part Time Pharmacist (Grant Funded)Location:3201 W....

Pharmacist (Staff Pharmacist)

  • Forrest City, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Forrest City, AR
  • 3 days ago

Ability to select, compound and administer medications. Knowledge of pharmacy operations and procedures. Ability to deal with emergency situations. You may preview questions for this vacancy....

Pharmacist

  • Alma, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Alma, AR
  • 4 days ago

institution. + Current pharmacist licensure in the states within the district. + Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state...

Staff Pharmacist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocat...

  • Hope, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Hope, AR
  • 5 days ago

A Staff Pharmacist at Walmart is at the forefront of patient communications, listening and developing relationships with those that seek our quality, heartfelt care....

Part Time Pharmacist (Grant Funded)

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Completion of a Doctor of Pharmacy; considerable work experience as a pharmacist or pharmacist technician or in a related area; or any equivalent combination of experience...

Staff Pharmacist (hourly)

  • Cave Springs, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Cave Springs, AR
  • 6 days ago

A Staff Pharmacist at Walmart is at the forefront of patient communications, listening and developing relationships with those that seek our quality, heartfelt care....

Clinical Staff Pharmacist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago

**Job Posting Title** Clinical Staff Pharmacist **Job Description** The Clinical Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the processing and documenting of Utilization Management requests (i.e. formulary...

Clinical Pharmacist - NW Arkansas Hospital - PT

  • Rogers, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 7 days ago

Licensure: Requires a current pharmacist license from state of practice....

Staff Pharmacist, 7 on 7 off nights

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Assists in drug utilization review activities. 11....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Arkansas 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 in Arkansas
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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