Pharmacist Jobs in Ainsworth, IA

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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Clinical Pharmacist - Quad Cities 80%

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
5 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
5 days ago

Providing disease state management and medication therapy management services using collaborative practice agreements and protocols....

Staff Pharmacist (hourly)- Part-time

West Liberty, IA (22 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
10 days ago

West Liberty, IA (22 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
10 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....

Clinical Pharmacist - 60% Ambulatory Care

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
13 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
13 days ago

The clinical pharmacist shall serve as a role model for staff and students....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Outpatient Specialty Clinics

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
16 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
16 days ago

, and other health care providers as a member of the multi-disciplinary team Provide disease state management and medication therapy management services through the use of collaborative practice agreements...

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Pediatric Pulmonary and Cystic Fibrosis Specialty Clinics Pharmacist

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
18 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
18 days ago

Pharmacist - Clinical or Tenure track Faculty, Oral Pathology, Radiology & Medicine

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
19 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
19 days ago

; completion of a PGY-1 Residency or equivalent clinical experience; experience formulating and dispensing compounded medications; experience operating a retail pharmacy; and experience teaching pharmacy...

Pharmacist

Coralville, IA (24 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
22 days ago

Coralville, IA (24 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
22 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....

CLINICAL OR TENURE-TRACK FACULTY-PHARMACIST-OPRM University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
24 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
24 days ago

The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry is conducting a search for a full-time Pharmacist....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Adult Outpatient Specialty Clinics

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
24 days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
24 days ago

Clinical Pharmacist - Weekend Option North Liberty & Main Campus Ambulatory Care

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
30+ days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
30+ days ago

The clinical pharmacist will work three eight-hour shifts as outlined below. This schedule could be subject to change....

Pharmacist - Relocation Available

Coralville, IA (24 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
30+ days ago

Coralville, IA (24 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
30+ days ago

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

Pharmacist - Acute

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
45+ days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
45+ days ago

Pharmacist - Acute Travel Job ID 1114415 Posted 13 days ago PHARMACIST - ACUTE Pharmacist - Acute JOB DETAILS We are partnering with a well-respected hospital system that is looking for a highly motivated...

Clinical Pharmacist- Ambulatory Care Pediatrics

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
45+ days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
45+ days ago

Coordinate discharge planning activities such as interacting with the prescriber to facilitate prescription writing, conducting patient counseling when appropriate including at bedside through the Meds-to-Beds...

Nuclear Pharmacist-Radiology

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
60+ days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
60+ days ago

Supervision received: General supervision is received from the Chief Nuclear Pharmacist and from the Director of Nuclear Medicine....

Clinical Pharmacist - Ambulatory Care, ACT Circle Pharmacy

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
60+ days ago

Iowa City, IA (21 miles from Ainsworth, IA)
60+ days ago

counseling for prescriptions dispensed from the pharmacy....

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Demographic Data for Ainsworth, IA

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Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Ainsworth, IA

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Total Population

1,177

Number of Businesses

City Size

Small

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Ainsworth, IA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.

Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Ainsworth, IA 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 Ainsworth, IA

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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