Pharmacist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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 II-Lbh

  • Randallstown, MD (12 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Randallstown, MD (12 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

beyond those exhibited by those in a Clinical Pharmacist position....

Clinical Infusion Pharmacist

  • Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 26 days ago

Active Maryland license granted by the State Board of Pharmacy Preferred: active DC and/or Virginia Pharmacist licenses At least 1 year of experience in sterile IV admixture procedures in Home Infusion...

Clinical Pharmacist Night I

  • Randallstown, MD (12 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Randallstown, MD (12 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Pharmacists supervise and direct pharmacy support personnel to ensure the timeliness of medication availability....

Clinical Pharmacist - Specialty Business (Hybrid)

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

**Licenses/Certifications Upon Hire Required:** + PHARMD - Licensed Pharmacist Active in any state and/or DC Registered Pharmacist....

Pharmacist (Inpatient)

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

admixtures prepared by pharmacy technicians, Pharmacy students and other nonlicensed personnel. + Conducting weekly inventory of controlled substances stored in the IV room Omnicell + Shall provide...

Clinical Staff Pharmacist (Oncology/Infusion Center)

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Required License/Certifications: Current Maryland State Pharmacist License....

Pharmacist

  • Catonsville, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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...

Night Pharmacist FT

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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....

Specialty Pharmacist

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Compound specialized creams, ointments, solutions, suppositories and troches. Assist in the orientation of new pharmacy staff. Demonstrate knowledge of basic pharmacokinetic principles....

Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist, PRN

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Provides front-line management of service areas such as pharmacy satellites, IV admixture lab, or ambulatory pharmacy settings....

Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem in Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem Psychiatric Institute of Washington Washington DC As a per diem, nonexempt CPS Solutions, LLC Staff Pharmacist, you will fill orders with accuracy; check technician-prepared...

Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Wheaton, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wheaton, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 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....

Clinical Pharmacist II

  • Westminster, MD (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

beyond those exhibited by those in a Clinical Pharmacist I position....

PRN Pharmacist - Immediate Start - June/July 2025

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Per Diem Soliant Health is currently seeking a Per Diem Pharmacist to support a pharmacy site in Virginia....

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Selects, compounds, dispenses and fills a range of drugs including extemporaneous preparations, special formulations, ophthalmics (subconjunctivals and intravitreal injections), narcotics, investigational...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD
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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