Pharmacist Jobs in Acworth, GA

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 Positions - Cherokee Campus

  • Canton, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Canton, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 12 hours ago

Experience in Retail Pharmacy practice. 3. Good communication skills. Work Hours: Varies Weekend Requirements: Yes- Rotating Basis On-Call Requirements: No...

Pharmacist

  • Canton, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Canton, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 19 hours ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Austell, GA (14 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Austell, GA (14 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 3 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....

Oncology Pharmacist Student Intern

  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 5 days ago

After checked by a pharmacist, cubie should be loaded. Monitor par levels, increase or decrease as needed.* c....

Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology

  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Work Shift Day (United States of America) Overview The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients through clinical services, formulary management,...

Nutrition Support Clinical Pharmacist

  • Sandy Springs, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 5 days ago

(BCNSP), Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP), etc....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Austell, GA (14 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Austell, GA (14 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 7 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist at Walmart, you will be empowered to share your clinical knowledge and work to the top of your license....

Pharmacist-GA

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Curant Health, the leader in patient-centric chronic disease management via specialty pharmacy is searching for a Pharmacist to join its team in Smyrna, GA....

Pharmacist - Outpatient OTP (Per Diem)

  • Woodstock, GA (15 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (15 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Your Job as a Pharmacist: The Pharmacist is responsible for the accountability of prescription medications to patients and maintenance of accurate records; provides expertise in the safe use of prescription...

District Support Pharmacist FT

  • Acworth, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Acworth, GA
  • 10 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 - Registered

  • Dallas, GA (9 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dallas, GA (9 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary: Dispenses prescription medications in high-volume pharmacy. For additional information about pay ranges, click here. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid...

Lead Clinical Pharmacist

  • Sandy Springs, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Provides and oversees the provision of drug information and in-services to physicians, nurses, and pharmacists....

LTC Retail Pharmacist - PRN Coverage

  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 17 days ago

We're hiring a Pharmacist to support a retail/long-term care site in Rome, GA....

Infusion Pharmacist - Day Shift North Atlanta

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 19 days ago

RPh on the Go is actively hiring for a Sterile Compounding Pharmacist in Roswell, Georgia....

Clinical Pharmacist - Infusion Roswell GA

  • Dunwoody, GA (22 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (22 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 19 days ago

RPh on the Go is actively hiring for a Sterile Compounding Pharmacist in Roswell, Georgia....

Demographic Data for Acworth, GA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Acworth, GA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Acworth, GA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.4%
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 Acworth, GA
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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