Pharmacist Jobs in Paramus, 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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Cedra Pharmacy Inc

Retail Pharmacist

use Offer patient counseling on medication therapy management Required Skills: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree Experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy operations Strong...

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Supervising pharmacist

  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Our retail pharmacy in the Bronx, New York is seeking a dedicated Supervising Pharmacist to lead our team and provide top-notch pharmacy services to our local community....

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Retail Pharmacist

license in good standing Immunization certification Strong patient counseling and communication skills Genuine commitment to patient-centered care Preferred Qualifications Experience in an independent...

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Pharmacist-PD

  • St. Catherine of Siena
  • Roslyn, NY (24 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Roslyn, NY (24 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Job Details Pharmacist The Pharmacist follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures regarding the preparation, storage, control and dispensation of inpatient and outpatient medication prescribed...

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Pharmacist Specialist

  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Job Title: Pediatrics Pharmacist Specialist Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Pharmacy Req #: ......

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Pharmacist - Registered

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, 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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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - PICU

  • Northwell Health
  • New Hyde Park, NY (24 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (24 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

with established procedures, policies, and laws in performing the duties of a licensed, registered staff pharmacist....

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Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Hoboken, NJ (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 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....

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Clinical Pharmacist, Neuro ICU

  • Atlantic Health System
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Pharmacist - Inpatient Pharmacy Full-Time, Days

  • NewYork-Presbyterian
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Work alongside some of the most respected pharmacists in the field, benefit from mentorship, and stay at the forefront of pharmacy innovations....

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Senior Application Analyst (Pharmacist) - Epic Willow Inpatient

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Application Analyst (Pharmacist) - Epic Willow Inpatient Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - 4.1 New York, NY Job Details $124,000 - $204,700 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Pharmacy Information...

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FT Pharmacist (30 Hrs) - Pharmacy - 0502

  • Stop & Shop
  • Port Chester, NY (21 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (21 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Provide outstanding customer service and patient counseling in the areas of prescription and OTC medications, and other evolving health care needs....

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Clinical Staff Pharmacist - Jamaica, New York

  • Soliant Health
  • Jamaica, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Contract A healthcare facility in Jamaica, NY is seeking a skilled Pharmacist to join their team on a contract basis....

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Demographic Data for Paramus, NJ

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Paramus, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Paramus, 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 Paramus, 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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