Pharmacist Jobs in Plymouth, 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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Pharmacist-Student Tech

  • Southcoast Health System
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

We are searching for a talented Pharmacist - Student Tech Hours: Per Diem Shift: Flexible shifts & hours, 6:00am - 12:00am with weekend and holiday rotation Location: St....

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Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 16 hours 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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Staff Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Bridgewater, MA (18 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (18 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 16 hours 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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Staff Pharmacist

  • Shaw's
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 3 days ago

As a pharmacist with our company, you will be part of a team that is committed to providing direct patient care and wellness services....

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Float Pharmacist

  • Albertsons Company Inc.
  • Marshfield, MA (16 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Marshfield, MA (16 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago

As a pharmacist with our company, you will be part of a team that is committed to providing direct patient care and wellness services....

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Clinical Pharmacist Inpatient Per Diem

  • Boston Medical Center
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago

At Boston Medical Center - South, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our...

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Staff Pharmacist Part Time

  • CVS Health
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 7 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....

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Pharmacist

  • Walgreens
  • Taunton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 7 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...

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Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Hingham, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hingham, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 8 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....

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Travel Pharmacist - $3,801 per week

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing Boston
  • Barnstable, MA (21 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA (21 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Description Amergis Healthcare Staffing Boston is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Hyannis, Massachusetts....

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Clinical Pharmacist

  • Signature Healthcare
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Must be a licensed pharmacist in the State of Massachusetts. Two years experience as a Registered Pharmacist in a hospital setting preferred. Good oral and written communication skills required....

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Inpatient Pharmacist (Per Diem) - Spauld

  • Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod
  • East Sandwich, MA (14 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • East Sandwich, MA (14 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Also responsible for providing patient care according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies....

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Pharmacist

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Hingham, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hingham, MA (24 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 13 days ago

The Clinical Pharmacist Reviewer reviews formulary exception, prior authorization and quantity limit exception requests from providers via phone and fax for the Retail Pharmacy, Medicare Advantage Part...

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Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Walgreens
  • Falmouth, MA (20 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA (20 miles from Plymouth, MA)
  • 14 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...

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Inpatient Pharmacist

  • Cape Cod Healthcare Inc.
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 18 days ago

Prepares, dispenses, and controls medications and other pharmaceuticals in accordance with applicable Federal, State, professional and hospital standards and procedures. Maintains expertise...

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Demographic Data for Plymouth, MA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Plymouth, MA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Plymouth, MA 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 Plymouth, 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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