Pharmacist Jobs in Canton, 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

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 1 day ago

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

District Support Pharmacist PT

  • Canton, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 3 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....

Pharmacist, Inpatient

  • Canton, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 3 days ago

Pharmacist assists in the coordination of chemotherapy and supportive medications. Qualifications REQUIRED: 1. Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy. PREFERRED: 1....

Pharmacist, PRN

  • Canton, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 3 days ago

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

Pharmacist

  • Cumming, GA (19 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (19 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Experience in Retail Pharmacy practice. 3. Good communication skills....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 6 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....

Staff Clinical Pharmacist, PRN Days

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: General Pharmacy Practice * Preparing IV Admixtures, compounding, and repackaging a wide variety of pharmaceuticals * Entering and verifying orders into...

Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Canton, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 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....

Retail Pharmacist, PRN Days - Outpatient

  • Acworth, GA (18 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (18 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Required Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): Reg Pharmacist 1.00 Required Additional Licenses and Certifications: Required Minimum Experience: Knowledgeable of computerized retail pharmacy...

Pharmacist

  • Johns Creek, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

District Support Pharmacist FT

  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 16 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....

Travel Pharmacist - Alpharetta Community Hospital

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 23 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Travel Travel Pharmacist Job at a small community hospital in Southern Georgia. 4 10s/week day shift opportunity....

Pharmacist - Full-time Floater

  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 24 days ago

What sets our pharmacy departments apart is a genuine patient-centric environment with clinical services such as immunizations, MTM (medication therapy management), and much more!...

Pharmacist (Pool)

  • Roswell, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roswell, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

Systemwide Pharmacist Opportunities - Multiple Specialties

  • Canton, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Georgia Pharmacist License. PREFERRED: 1. One (1) year of previous hospital pharmacy experience. 2. Experience in Retail Pharmacy practice. 3. Good communication skills....

Demographic Data for Canton, GA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Canton, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Canton, GA 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 Canton, 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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