Pharmacist Jobs in Eureka, CA

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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Pharmacist

  • Fortuna, CA (14 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fortuna, CA (14 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 3 days ago

therapy management Ensure medication safety through accurate compounding, dispensing, and regulatory compliance Mentor and train pharmacy team members in a collaborative and supportive environment...

Staff Pharmacist - Eureka CA

  • Eureka, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 8 days ago

New Job - 2020 Travel Staff Pharmacist Job, Inpatient Hospital - Eureka, California Title: Staff Pharmacist, Inpatient Pharmacy Location: Eureka, California Duration: 6+ months, potential for extension...

CA Staff Pharmacist - PT

  • Eureka, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 10 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you play a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

CA Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Eureka, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 10 days ago

Millions of times a day, we help people on their path to better health-from advising on prescriptions to helping manage chronic and specialty conditions.As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role...

CA Dist Support Pharmacist PT

  • McKinleyville, CA (12 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • McKinleyville, CA (12 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 10 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....

Staff Pharmacist

  • McKinleyville, CA (12 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • McKinleyville, CA (12 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 15 days ago

to optimize patient outcomes - Conduct medication therapy management and drug utilization reviews - Educate patients and healthcare staff on medication use and safety ## Experience ### Required Skills...

Clinical Pharmacist (Outpatient FQHC)

  • Eureka, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 21 days ago

Experience with 340B and/or retail pharmacy preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Pharmacist license current and in good standing in the State of California....

Staff Pharmacist Job Full Time - Eureka CA

  • Eureka, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 29 days ago

Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Contract To Hire Travel Staff Pharmacist Job, Inpatient Hospital - Eureka, California Title: Staff Pharmacist, Inpatient Pharmacy Location: Eureka, California Duration...

Travel Pharmacist Job- Fortuna CA

  • Fortuna, CA (14 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Fortuna, CA (14 miles from Eureka, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Soliant is seeking a Pharmacist to join the team in Fortuna, CA....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Eureka, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Eureka, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
Bachelor's Degree
33.3%
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 Eureka, CA
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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