Pharmacist Jobs in Nicholasville, 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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Pharmacist Clinical Staff/Third/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Summary Provides pharmaceutical care to patients in an inpatient hospital setting; compounds and dispenses medications upon receiving written (i.e., electronic) orders from physicians; provides...

Amb/Retail Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Retail Pharmacy

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

No Preferred Education/Experience Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacy Experience preferred. PharmD or BS from College of Pharmacy with eligibility to be licensed in KY....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Shift: Monday - Friday: 1st, 2nd shift & 3rd & weekend shift available(Flexible hours) Requirements Must be a Licensed Pharmacist in KY Responsibilities: Will assist primarily with the medication production...

PRN - Staff Pharmacist - KY

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Active Kentucky pharmacist license (required) Prior experience in high-volume or mail-order/retail pharmacy (preferred) Strong attention to detail, communication, and adaptability in...

Pharmacist Clinical Staff/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Provide educational services to pharmacy technicians, students, residents, nurses, pharmacists and physicians through precepting, in-services and/or grand rounds presentations....

Pharmacist

  • Winchester, KY (24 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winchester, KY (24 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago

About Us Lifepoint Healths Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide comprehensive healthcare in the...

Pharmacist - Relocation Assistance Available

  • Winchester, KY (24 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winchester, KY (24 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 4 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...

Pharmacy/Pharmacist Leader

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 7 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES - Perform all functions of a staff pharmacist and act as a role model for the pharmacy team; appropriately handle customer complaints and direct workflow to reduce customer wait times...

Pharmacist Manager/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Job responsibilities include management of clinical pharmacists in the inpatient and clinic settings, representing pharmacy services on administrative and clinical committees, assisting with quality...

Pharmacist Staff/OnCall/UKHC - Good Samaritan Decentralized Clinical

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 7 days ago

. * Are you licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Kentucky? * Yes* No2. How many years of experience do you have practicing as a licensed pharmacist?...

Community- Retail Pharmacist - Part-time - 24 hrs per Week

  • Richmond, KY (16 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, KY (16 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: Baptist Health is looking for a day shift Part-time (24 hours per week) Community/Retail Staff Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at Baptist Health Richmond!...

Pharmacist Wknd

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities Job Summary / Purpose Develops/designs/assists care delivery with the provider and facility transitioning the patient along the care continuum. Utilizes an interdisciplinary...

Per Diem Pharmacist - Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (10 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 13 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Per Diem We are seeking a reliable and experienced Pharmacist to support a retail/long-term care pharmacy site in Lexington, KY....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Harrodsburg, KY (17 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Harrodsburg, KY (17 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 13 days ago

Provide patient counseling and pharmaceutical care to customers to include provision of all clinical activities....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Georgetown, KY (24 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Georgetown, KY (24 miles from Nicholasville, KY)
  • 14 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....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Nicholasville, KY

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Nicholasville, KY 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 Nicholasville, 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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