Pharmacist Jobs in British Columbia

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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(CAN) Staff Pharmacist

  • Victoria, BC
  • moments ago
  • Victoria, BC
  • moments ago

The Staff Pharmacist assists the Pharmacy Manager in all aspects of the Pharmacy Operations....

Pharmacist-FT

  • Langley, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Langley, BC
  • 5 days ago

Requisition ID: 188227 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia City: Langley Location...

Pharmacist - Regular Part Time

  • Squamish, BC
  • 11 days ago
  • Squamish, BC
  • 11 days ago

counseling, monitor patient profiles, and perform drug usage reviews An interest in disease management and compliance programs and being involved with community seminars and workshops Ability to work...

Pharmacist - Full Time

  • Squamish, BC
  • 11 days ago
  • Squamish, BC
  • 11 days ago

counseling, monitor patient profiles, and perform drug usage reviews An interest in disease management and compliance programs and being involved with community seminars and workshops Ability to work...

Pharmacist -FT

  • Quesnel, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Quesnel, BC
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 184591 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia City: Quesnel Location...

Pharmacist -PT

  • Castlegar, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Castlegar, BC
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 184895 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Part-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia City: Castlegar...

Relief Pharmacist -FT

  • Trail, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Trail, BC
  • 19 days ago

The Relief Pharmacist will provide pharmacy services and support to customers, medical practitioners and other retail pharmacies working shifts scheduled by the Relief Coordinator....

Pharmacist -12 months

  • Trail, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Trail, BC
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 184464 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia City: Trail Location...

Pharmacist Intern - International Pharmacy Graduate

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 183871 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Part-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia City: Vancouver...

Pharmacist

  • Sidney, BC
  • 20 days ago
  • Sidney, BC
  • 20 days ago

You have: A Canadian Pharmacist licence and are in good standing with the respective College of Pharmacists. Your injection certification....

Pharmacist (FT) 18-Month Term

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition ID: 187793 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: Alberta City: St....

Staff Pharmacist FULL TIME

  • Chilliwack, BC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chilliwack, BC
  • 30+ days ago

The Staff Pharmacist assists the Pharmacy Manager in all aspects of the Pharmacy Operations....

Pharmacist

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 30+ days ago

counseling, monitor patient profiles, and perform drug usage reviews An interest in disease management and compliance programs and being involved with community seminars and workshops Ability to work...

Pharmacist - Part Time

  • New Westminster, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Westminster, BC
  • 45+ days ago

counseling, monitor patient profiles, and perform drug usage reviews An interest in disease management and compliance programs and being involved with community seminars and workshops Ability to work...

Pharmacist (Full-time)

  • Duncan, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Duncan, BC
  • 45+ days ago

Requisition ID: 187459 Career Group: Pharmacy Careers Job Category: Retail - Pharmacy Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia City: Duncan Location...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in British Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in British Columbia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.0%
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
0.2%

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