Pharmacist Jobs in Cedar Lake, IN

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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Relief Pharmacist - Full Time

  • South Holland, IL (17 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 4 hours ago
  • South Holland, IL (17 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 4 hours ago

Certified Immunization Pharmacist (except Indiana). CPR certification. Retail/Community Practice....

Registered Pharmacist Manager - Registered Pharmacist RPh - State Licensing Board and Board Certified

  • Munster, IN (12 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Munster, IN (12 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Preferred Skillset/Experience: previous leadership experience, retail pharmacy experience, specialty pharmacy experience Type of Patients on Unit: n/a Personality Fit: up for new challenges, motivated...

Staff Pharmacist (hourly)

  • Crestwood, IL (22 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL (22 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 5 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

  • Bourbonnais, IL (23 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bourbonnais, IL (23 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 6 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...

Pharmacist Staff

  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required 0-1 years of hospital or retail pharmacy experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong understanding...

Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 8 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...

Float Pharmacist - Community - Northern Indiana

  • East Chicago, IN (19 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (19 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Pharmacist? for northern Indiana to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions....

Staff Pharmacist - PT

  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 13 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....

Pharmacist

  • Portage, IN (21 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Portage, IN (21 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 13 days ago

A Staff Pharmacist at Walmart is at the forefront of patient communications, listening and developing relationshipswiththose thatseek our quality, heartfelt care....

LTC Staff Pharmacist (Full Time - Evenings)

  • Crestwood, IL (22 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL (22 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 16 days ago

LTC Staff Pharmacist (Full Time - Evenings) LTC Staff Pharmacist (Full Time - Evenings) Crestwood, IL Description Shift: M-F 2p-10:30p (Closing), Rotating weekends Role description: As a Staff Pharmacist...

PRN Pharmacist Chicago Heights, IL

  • Olympia Fields, IL (15 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (15 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 18 days ago

RPh on the Go is seeking a licensed pharmacist for a PRN opportunity in Chicago Heights, Illinois....

Float Pharmacist - Community - Northern Indiana

  • Hammond, IN (19 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hammond, IN (19 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 18 days ago

Required Qualifications: - Bachelor'sDegree in Pharmacy or PharmD - Current pharmacist license in thestate of Indiana - Certified immunizer or willing to become animmunizer within 3 months of hire -...

Clinical Staff Pharmacist - SSCR (PRN)

  • Olympia Fields, IL (15 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (15 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 18 days ago

The position prepares or supervises the preparation of routine pharmaceutical items and compounded sterile and non-sterile preparations, as well as maintains item inventories....

Clinical Staff Pharmacist

  • Olympia Fields, IL (15 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (15 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 20 days ago

The position prepares or supervises the preparation of routine pharmaceutical items and compounded sterile and non-sterile preparations, as well as maintains item inventories....

Pharmacist

  • Portage, IN (21 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Portage, IN (21 miles from Cedar Lake, IN)
  • 29 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....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Cedar Lake, IN

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Cedar Lake, IN 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 Cedar Lake, IN
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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