Pharmacist Jobs in Buffalo, NY

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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District Support Pharmacist Part Time

  • CVS Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 days ago

You will work within the district to cover pharmacist scheduling gaps, under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager (PM) and Rx District Leader (DL) to support our pharmacy teams....

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Pharmacist

  • Walgreens
  • Lackawanna, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lackawanna, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 2 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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Pharmacist

  • Elderwood
  • Williamsville, NY (10 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY (10 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Pharmacist Position Overview: The Pharmacist supports pharmacy operations by dispensing medications as prescribed and by maintaining compliance with all state, federal and other applicable regulatory...

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Pharmacist

  • Post Acute
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Pharmacist Position Overview: The Pharmacist supports pharmacy operations by dispensing medications as prescribed and by maintaining compliance with all state, federal and other applicable regulatory...

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Retail Pharmacist FPS

  • Kaleida Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Licensed Pharmacist upon hire is required. Pharmacist Immunization credential upon hire is required. Experience 1 year of experience in Retail Pharmacy is preferred....

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Clinical Staff Pharmacist Adult Critical Care

  • Kaleida Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Pharmacist upon hire required....

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Staff Pharmacist

  • Kaleida Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Staff Pharmacist Department : GCH Pharmacy Location: Golisano Children's Hospital Location of Job : US:NY:Buffalo Work Type : Per-Diem Scheduled Work Hours: Variable Shift 9 Job Description Clinical...

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Outpatient Specialty Pharmacist

  • Kaleida Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Outpatient Specialty Pharmacist Location: Buffalo General Medical Center Location of Job : US:NY:Buffalo Work Type : Full-Time Shift 1 Job Description The Outpatient Specialty Pharmacists are trained...

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(USA) Staff Pharmacist (Hourly) - Sam's

  • Wal-Mart
  • Niagara Falls, NY (15 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (15 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Provides comprehensive patient care to members by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders administering immunizations counseling members...

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Pharmacist

  • Sam's Club
  • Niagara Falls, NY (15 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (15 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 13 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides comprehensive patient care to members by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders administering immunizations counseling members regarding health...

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PRN Pharmacist

  • Onco360
  • Amherst, NY (10 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Amherst, NY (10 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Our Onco360 Pharmacy in Buffalo/Amherst, NY has a need for a Per Diem Pharmacist....

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Chmc - Pharmacist

  • Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 20 days ago

Pharmacist (Full-Time) | Clinical Specialist – Ogdensburg Campus Impact patient care at a leading regional medical center....

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Clinical Pharmacist 1

  • Mindlance
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Focus:The MTM Pharmacist will be responsible for reviewing targeted patients' prescription and medical claims history to identify opportunities to improve therapeutic...

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Pharmacist - Registered

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Amherst, NY (10 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Amherst, NY (10 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 60+ days 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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Supervising Pharmacist, Trade Relations

  • Independent Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 90+ days ago

The Supervising Pharmacist will work with the sales team to facilitate understanding of the needs of existing and prospective clients....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Buffalo, NY

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY
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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