Pharmacist Jobs in Louisville, 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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Onco360

Pharmacist

  • Onco360
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago

Our specialty pharmacy in Louisville, KY has a need for a Full Time Pharmacist! This is an onsite role....

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Ambulatory Pharmacist

  • ChenMed
  • Louisville, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 60+ days ago

BCACP) preferred Minimum two (2) years of relevant clinical experience in primary care, ambulatory care, managed care, or related setting Certification in immunization and medication therapy management...

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Inpatient Pharmacist, 7on/7off, Evenings

  • Norton Healthcare
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 hour ago

This position requires a high level of interaction with physicians, nurses, patients, other health care providers, as well as pharmacy management in problem solving and project interaction....

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Pharmacist PRN, As Needed

  • Norton Healthcare
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 hours ago

This position requires a high level of interaction with physicians, nurses, patients, other health care providers, as well as pharmacy management in problem solving and project interaction....

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Staff Pharmacist (Salary) - Sam's

  • Wal-Mart
  • Clarksville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Clarksville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 6 hours ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Provides comprehensive patient care to members by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders administering immunizations counseling members...

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Pharmacist

  • CVS Health
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Millions of times a day, we help people on their path to better health-from advising on prescriptions to helping manage chronic and specialty conditions.As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role...

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Pharmacist - Registered

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Clinical Pharmacist Specialist Critical Care

  • Baptist Health
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Job Description: Seeking Clinical Pharmacist Specialist- Emergency Medicine!...

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Medicare Formulary Strategy Pharmacist Lead

  • Humana
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

The Formulary Strategy Pharmacist Lead uses clinical and financial data driven methods to develop and influence formulary strategies for Humana's Medicare line of business....

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Senior Oncology Clinical Pharmacist

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Must have an active Pharmacist license with the Board of Pharmacy in the appropriate state....

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Pharmacist

  • Kindred Healthcare, Inc
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with Pharmacist degree....

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Pharmacist

  • Knipper Health
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

The Pharmacist has management oversight for the medication management activities....

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Staff Pharmacist - Non-Commercial Pharmacy

  • CareMetx
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

utilization review (DUR) where applicable Counsel patients and/or caregivers as required, ensuring appropriate medication use and adherence Multi-State Compliance & Licensing Maintain active pharmacist...

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Pharmacist

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Our Company PharMerica Overview PharMerica is hiring a Full-Time Pharmacist inLouisville, KY!...

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Pharmacist

  • Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Brooks, KY (13 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooks, KY (13 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Valued for your Expertise as a Pharmacist Are you a dedicated and skilled pharmacist seeking a career that aligns with your values?...

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Demographic Data for Louisville, KY

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Louisville, KY

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Louisville, KY offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.9%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
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 Louisville, 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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