Pharmacist Jobs in Lowell, MA

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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Float Pharmacist - Community Pharmacy

  • Charlestown, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Charlestown, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 14 days ago

We're looking for a Pharmacist Float to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with processing prescriptions....

Ambulatory Pharmacist I

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Work Experience: Minimum of three (3) years experience as a pharmacist is preferred....

Clinical Pharmacist - $15k Sign On Bonus

  • Concord, MA (13 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (13 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

: Day/Eve shift Hours: variable We're looking for a collaborative and detail-oriented Inpatient Hospital Pharmacist to join our dynamic pharmacy team....

Clinical Pharmacist II - Cardiology Clinic

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Promotes modern pharmacy practice with regards to preparing, compounding, dispensing and delivering medications, as well as clinical pharmacy practice. 6....

Pharmacist

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

PHARMACIST IN BOSTON, MA, USA!...

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (MTM)

  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago

Pharmacists supervise and direct support personnel....

Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist I

  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for preparing, compounding and dispensing medications to patients in accordance within state, federal laws. 2....

Seasonal Immunizing Pharmacist Part Time

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

You will work within the district to cover pharmacist scheduling gaps, under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager (PM) and Rx District Leader (DL) to support our pharmacy teams....

Clinical Pharmacist - Per Diem

  • Brighton, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brighton, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Conducts in-service education lectures for the medical staff, nurses, pharmacists, students, and other health care personnel regarding drugs, procedures and policies....

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Primary Care - Hybrid - Chelsea, MA

  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Registration Massachusetts Pharmacist required. 1-3 years related work experience required....

Specialty Pharmacist: Specialist (Immunology)

  • Burlington, MA (11 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (11 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

counseling and respond to inquiries from patients, family members, and health care professionals concerning drug therapy in a timely manner - Document therapeutic interventions based on patient and...

Pharmacist / PRN

  • Hudson, MA (21 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (21 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

setting or one (1) year of recent experience in home infusion therapy Experience with compounding infused drugs Proven record of evaluating and monitoring drug therapies for home care patients Good...

Clinical Pharmacist Lead - Stars Medication Adherence

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Through our home delivery and over-the-counter fulfillment services, specialty, and retail pharmacy locations, we provide customers simple, integrated solutions every time....

Infusion Pharmacist - Contract - Albany, NY

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview: Prepare IV admixtures, including chemo and biologics Monitor and verify complex regimens for accuracy Work closely with oncologists, nurses, and pharmacy staff Adhere to USP / and safety...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Lawrence, MA (8 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (8 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 days ago

This is a full-time role for an ambulatory care Clinical Pharmacist....

Demographic Data for Lowell, MA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Lowell, MA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Lowell, MA 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 Lowell, MA
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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