Pharmacist Jobs in Gainesville, FL

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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Travel Pharmacist - $2,095 per week

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Gainesville, Florida.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: PharmacistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 06/23/...

Travel Pharmacist - 912791

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 9 hours ago

Pharmacist Location: Gainesville, FL Start Date: 05/12/2025 Shift: 5x8 Evenings Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity!...

Travel Pharmacist - $1,946 per week

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 14 hours ago

Please apply online now for immediate consideration for this Pharmacist opportunity or to connect with our team about all of the Pharmacist options in Florida....

Pharmacist - Pharmacy

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago

If you would like to combine your love of traveling with your nursing career, Accountable's Travel Nurse contracts are the way to go. LIVE Life 13 weeks at a time... We can help you achieve your...

Travel Pharmacist

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Pharmacist Shift : Mid / 3p-11:30p (8x5) 40 hours per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements: FL License 2 years experience BLS Successfully completed NAPLEX required...

District Support Pharmacist FT

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago

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

Pharmacist

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 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...

Backfill - Travel - Pharmacist - Cost Center (712) / 3:00Pm11:30Pm

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking BACKFILL - TRAVEL - PHARMACIST - COST CENTER (712) / 3:00PM11:30PMs to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Pharmacist - Travel Job

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Requirements: Must have State License to Apply 6 months Pharmacist experience preferred Benefits Designed for Traveling Pharmacists We value your commitment to patient care and provide a comprehensive...

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Pharmacy Internal Medicine Variable Full Time

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 3 days ago

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Registered pharmacist in Florida or eligible for same. Additional Requirement:?...

Pharmacist

  • Alachua, FL (16 miles from Gainesville, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alachua, FL (16 miles from Gainesville, FL)
  • 5 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...

Clinical Pharmacists are aligned with assigned patient population, medical team, or designated specialty area within the hospital and/or ambulatory clinics....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist-Inpatient Vascular ICU Pharmacy Variable Full Time

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 8 days ago

Clinical Pharmacists are aligned with assigned patient population, medical team, or designated specialty area within the hospital and/or ambulatory clinics....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist BMT Outpatient Pharmacy Variable Full Time

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 8 days ago

Clinical Pharmacists are aligned with assigned patient population, medical team, or designated specialty area within the hospital and/or ambulatory clinics....

Inpatient Pharmacist - Gainesville, FL (Travel)

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 14 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Contract A Long-Term Acute Care Hospital is seeking an Inpatient Pharmacist for a full time, day shift role!...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Gainesville, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville, FL
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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