Pharmacist Jobs in Georgetown, KY

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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PRN - Staff Pharmacist - KY

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 1 hour ago

Adapt to high-volume operations and collaborate closely with other pharmacists and support staff....

Amb/Retail Pharmacist/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary This Specialty Pharmacy position will support the emergency department and other clinics in the management of patients requiring medications for the treatment of hepatitis and...

Amb/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staf/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary In this position, the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients requiring infused medications through the UK Specialty Pharmacy. Responsibilities include: Serve as the...

Clinical Pharmacist I

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Patient Care Assistant at CHI Saint Joseph Health you'll help our patients feel safer and more comfortable by assisting with their basic daily life activities. Your success in this...

Interim Staff Pharmacist - 4 to 5 Week Coverage (Travel Contract)

  • Frankfort, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a licensed pharmacist in Kentucky looking for a short-term, impactful opportunity?...

Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 2 days ago

A Staff Pharmacist at Walmart is at the forefront of patient communications, listening and developing relationships with those that seek our quality, heartfelt care....

Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 5 days ago

Compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receiving written orders from physicians....

Pharmacist Clinical Staff/Mid/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 6 days ago

The clinical pharmacist will provide pharmacy services to the assigned team based on scheduling needs and the training/competency of the individual pharmacist....

Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary | UK HealthCare is seeking a highly-motivated full-time pharmacist for a clinical pharmacist position working with the trauma/emergency surgery and general surgery populations at UK HealthCare...

Clinical Staff Pharmacist

  • Frankfort, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 7 days ago

**Job Posting Title** Clinical Staff Pharmacist **Job Description** The Clinical Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the processing and documenting of Utilization Management requests (i.e. formulary...

Per Diem - Staff Pharmacist - KY License Required

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 12 days ago

a per diem Staff Pharmacist with an active KY license....

Pharmacist

  • Versailles, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Versailles, KY (18 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 14 days ago

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

Per Diem Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 15 days ago

Per Diem Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Lexington, KY Lexington, KY 4 days ago CATEGORY Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist JOB TYPE Per Diem Soliant Health is seeking a qualified and motivated Pharmacist for...

Pharmacist Intern Senior/OnCall/UKHC - Specialty Pharmacy

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary This position is designed to expose student interns to all facets of specialty pharmacy practice. Interns will rotate through specialty operations, multiple disease state specific call...

Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Retail Pharmacy

  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (15 miles from Georgetown, KY)
  • 15 days ago

Compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receiving written orders from physicians....

Demographic Data for Georgetown, KY

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Georgetown, KY

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Georgetown, KY offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.1%
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
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 Georgetown, KY
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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