Pharmacist Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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

  • RVL Pharmaceuticals Plc.
  • Sayreville, NJ (16 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (16 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Backing up other pharmacists as needed and performing additional duties as assigned by management....

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Pharmacist

  • Walgreens
  • Old Bridge, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day 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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Pharmacist - Registered

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Morganville, NJ (24 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morganville, NJ (24 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Pharmacist Specialist

  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Pharmacist Specialist Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick Department Name: Pharmacy Req #: ......

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Clinical Pharmacist, Neuro ICU

  • Atlantic Health System
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

At Morristown Medical Center and Newton Medical Center we have full-service retail pharmacies....

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Staff Pharmacist Position Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Union, NJ (19 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Union, NJ (19 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 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 II

  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Elizabeth, NJ (23 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (23 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Pharmacist II Location: CANCER CENTER Department Name: Pharmacy Req #: ......

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Pharmacist Specialist PD

  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • South Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Significant knowledge and expertise in advanced pharmacy practice, specialized medication therapy management, and specialty evidence-based medicine in area appropriate for clinical assignments Education...

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Clinical Pharmacist, Neuro ICU - FT - Morristown Medical Center

  • Atlantic Health System
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Serve as a preceptor and mentor for pharmacists, pharmacy residents and students.....

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Pharmacist in Charge in Piscataway, NJ

  • Soliant Health
  • Piscataway, NJ (8 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (8 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Category Pharmacy-Pharmacist in Charge Job Type Contract An expanding specialty pharmacy is seeking a seasoned Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) to lead the launch of a new closed-door pharmacy facility in...

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Pharmacist - Edison, NJ

  • Soliant Health
  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Pharmacist Job Type Contract A healthcare facility is seeking a part-time Pharmacist licensed in both California and New Jersey to support their operations in Sayreville, New Jersey...

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Pharmacist in Charge (PIC)

  • Soliant Health
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications / Desired Experience: Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania Pharmacist license (required). Experience as a Pharmacist-in-Charge or in a leadership pharmacy role....

In Person Full Time

Pharmacist/28/PHM025

  • Sedgwick
  • Pine Brook, NJ (23 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ (23 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Keyword Location Search view all jobs Pharmacist/28/PHM025 Pine Brook, NJ Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is currently hiring a Pharmacist in Pine Brook, New Jersey!...

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Pharmacist Diem - HPW

  • Capital Health
  • Pennington, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Offers patient counseling. Ensures transmission, pick-up and delivery of prescriptions between campuses....

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Pharmacist (Clinical Specialist)-Spinal Cord

  • US Veterans Health Administration
  • East Orange, NJ (24 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (24 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

(RPh) Practicing as a pharmacist Patient assessment Writing skills English Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Licensed Pharmacist Full Job Description Summary The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (CPS...

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Demographic Data for Bridgewater, NJ

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Bridgewater, NJ 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 Bridgewater, NJ
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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