Pharmacist Jobs in New Mexico

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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PRN - Pharmacist - Rio Rancho

  • Presbyterian Healthcare Services
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 17 hours ago

New Mexico Registered Pharmacist License required. Less than one year experience in pharmacy practice....

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Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 20 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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Clinical Pharmacist (MTM) - Work From Home

  • HCSC
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 20 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 20 hours ago

Therapy Management (MTM) programs strongly preferred Familiarity with MTM platforms (ex: Adhere Health's Optimize or similar applications) preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills...

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Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Walgreens
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 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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Per Diem Pharmacist - Lemitar, NM

  • Soliant Health
  • Lemitar, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Lemitar, NM
  • 4 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Pharmacist Job Type Per Diem A Per Diem Pharmacist opportunity is available in Lemitar, NM, offering a dynamic work environment where your expertise in medication management will...

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Specialty Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacist

  • 0090 Presbyterian System Services
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Specialty Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacist. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here....

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Part-Time (Hybrid) Pharmacist - OTP Clinic

  • BayMark Health Services
  • Roswell, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Roswell, NM
  • 5 days ago

Part Time (Hybrid) Pharmacist - Roswell, NM MedMark Treatment Center is looking for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented pharmacist to provide pharmacy services to patients, nurses, physicians, and other...

Hybrid Part Time

Pharmacist (Clinical)

  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Pharmacist for a contract with one of our top healthcare clients....

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Travel Inpatient Pharmacist - $2,518 per week

  • Genie Healthcare
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago

Description Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico....

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Pharmacist PRN

  • Las Palmas Medical Center
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 6 days ago

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Pharmacist PRN you want with your current employer?...

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Clinical Pharmacist

  • US Veterans Health Administration
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago

Clinical Pharmacist US Veterans Health Administration - 3.8 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $138,780 - $180,418 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Registered Pharmacist (RPh) Diagnostic result interpretation...

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Travel Inpatient Pharmacist - $2,316 per week

  • MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago

Posted job title: Pharmacist (Clinical) Pharmacy: Pharmacist (Clinical)....

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Retail Pharmacist

  • Complete Rx
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 11 days ago

management and consulting....

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Float Pharmacist

  • Albertsons Market
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 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

  • Lovelace Health System
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 days ago

Overview Join our team as a variable shift, full-time, Clinical Pharmacist in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us?...

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Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in New Mexico

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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