Pharmacist Jobs in Grain Valley, MO

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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MO Hospital Outpatient/Retail Pharmacist Position - Immediate Need

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 7 hours ago

Come join our family of healthcare professionals. They are actively looking to interview so don't delay! For more information on this and other excellent opportunities nationwide, please contact...

Pharmacist Inpatient Nights $700/mo Loan Repayment

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 8 hours ago

Pharmacist Inpatient Nights $700/mo Loan Repayment Pharmacist Inpatient Nights $700/mo Loan Repayment Kansas City, MO Full-Time Regular $104,000.00 - $170,000.00 Join our 200 bed hospital in our inpatient...

Clinical Pharmacist ED Critical Care

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 13 hours ago

in good standing with the appropriate State Board of Pharmacy State Specific Medications Therapy Management Certification At least one of the following:Minimum of 1 year of hospital clinical pharmacy...

Pharmacist

  • Kansas City, KS (23 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, KS (23 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Pharmacist Job in Kansas City, Missouri

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Come join our family of healthcare professionals. They are actively looking to interview so don't delay! For more information on this and other excellent opportunities nationwide, please contact...

Staff Pharmacist Per Diem or Full-Time Overland Park KS

  • Mission, KS (24 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission, KS (24 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Temp-To-Hire Soliant Health has partnered with one of the nation's leading pharmacies who partners with long-term and post- acute care facilities to supply...

Staff Pharmacist

  • Blue Springs, MO (4 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Springs, MO (4 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago

As a Staff Pharmacist at Walmart, you will be empowered to share your clinical knowledge and work to the top of your license....

MO Hospital Outpatient/Retail Pharmacist Position - Immediate Need JOB-3069176

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Current or previous outpatient or retail pharmacist experience is a plus. Must have a current MO License....

Local Contract Pharmacist - $60-70 per hour

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 2 days ago

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  • Leawood, KS (21 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leawood, KS (21 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 2 days ago

License in Kansas (RPh or PharmD) Flexibility to work in different areas as needed Previous retail pharmacy experience (preferred)...

Staff Pharmacist, Amazon Pharmacy

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 3 days ago

This includes, filling, verifying and packing orders for shipment, in addition to pharmacist verifications....

Overnight Staff Pharmacist, Amazon Pharmacy

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 3 days ago

This includes, filling, verifying and packing orders for shipment, in addition to pharmacist verifications....

Pharmacist In Charge - Price Chopper #12

  • Roeland Park, KS (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Roeland Park, KS (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Immunization certification and experience Medication Therapy Management (MTM) experience Community pharmacy practice experience Be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily...

Staff Pharmacist

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 5 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 Staff Pharmacist - Kansas City, KS

  • Kansas City, KS (23 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (23 miles from Grain Valley, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Manage medication use including the compounding, preparation, selection, dispensing, storage and stocking of medications for the entire organization....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Grain Valley, MO

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Grain Valley, MO 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 Grain Valley, MO
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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