Pharmacist Jobs in Gaithersburg, 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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Ambulatory Care Pharmacist

Track and report metrics related to pharmacist interventions and population health initiatives....

Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Arlington, VA (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 hours 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....

Pharmacist - Pharmacy

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

$2,016.00 - $2,240.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

Infusion Pharmacist Contract - Owings Mills, Maryland (No Weekends)

  • Daniels, MD (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Daniels, MD (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Strong knowledge of infusion therapies, IV admixture preparation, and compounding standards. Excellent communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Why Join Us?...

Hospital Pharmacist (Relocation Assistance Available) - Central Pennsylvania

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Contract Pharmacist - Inpatient Hospital Location: State College, PA A hospital in State College is seeking a Clinical Inpatient Pharmacist to join their...

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, NICU and Pediatrics ($10,000 sign-on bonus)

  • Rockville, MD (4 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (4 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

(ASHP), and/or Maryland Society of Health-system Pharmacist (MSHP), or other relevant professional organization Preferred: Prior experience precepting students and residents Work Schedule: Day Shift...

Critical Care/Emergency Medicine Pharmacist

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Clinical Pharmacist - Emergency Medicine/Critical Care to join the team....

Critical Care/Emergency Medicine Pharmacist

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Clinical Pharmacist - Emergency Medicine/Critical Care to join the team....

Travel Pharmacist - $3,400 per week

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 5 days ago

ProKatchers is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Aberdeen, Washington.Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Pharmacist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 40...

Seasonal Immunizing District Support Pharmacist Part Time

  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 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....

Rx Customer Care Pharmacist

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago

What you will do Communicates with customers over the phone or through other communication channels to address their medication-related concerns and ensure optimal medication therapy management....

Clinical Pharmacist - Full-Time With Benefits

  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Seeking a Full-time Inpatient Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacist....

Pharmacist MedAC - PRN - Weekends

  • Elkridge, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago

General Summary of Position We are recruiting for an experienced Pharmacist to join MedStar Health at our distribution center in Elkridge, Maryland on a PRN basis....

Pharmacist MedAC - PRN

  • Elkridge, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago

General Summary of Position We are recruiting for an experienced Pharmacist to join MedStar Health at our distribution center in Elkridge, Maryland on a PRN basis....

Clinical Pharmacist I - Central Pharmacy

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Prepares IV admixtures and compounds sterile products including, but not limited to: large volume parenteral, mini-bags, TPN solutions, and hazardous agents including cytotoxic drugs....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Gaithersburg, MD offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.4%
Bachelor's Degree
33.2%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.0%
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 Gaithersburg, 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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