Pharmacist Jobs in West Sand Lake, 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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Pharmacist, Retail Customer Care - Must reside in RI, MA or NY

  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Apply highly developed skills to provide medication therapy management and clinical consultation to healthcare professionals by staying updated with evidence-based practices and monitoring adverse events...

Pharmacist - Nights

  • Schenectady, NY (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

WHAT DO I NEED TO BE A PHARMACIST AT ELLIS MEDICINE?...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

dispensing processes Monitor the proper use of tools of the trade, including automation (filling machinery) and compounding equipment Provide comprehensive patient counseling on all specialty medications...

District Support Pharmacist

  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 16 hours 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....

Night Pharmacist

  • Delmar, NY (13 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Delmar, NY (13 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 16 hours 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....

Pharmacist

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Involvement with multiple drug distribution functions (inclusive of computerized order entry and/or prospective review and verification of physicians' orders, IV admixture preparation, etc.)...

Pharmacist - Pharmacy

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

If you would like to combine your love of traveling with your nursing career, Accountable's Travel Nurse contracts are the way to go. LIVE Life 13 weeks at a time... We can help you achieve your...

Clinical Pharmacist Tele Critical Care

  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 1 day ago

. + Immunization certification if applicable to practice site needs + Preferred + Board Certified Critical Care Pharmacist (BCCCP) + Previous experience working in an integrated healthcare delivery...

Travel Pharmacist

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Strong knowledge of pharmacology, medication therapy, and patient counseling. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Willingness and ability to take on travel assignments as required....

Travel Pharmacist - 921796

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Pharmacist Location: Pittsfield, MA Start Date: 08/04/2025 Shift: 5x8 days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity!...

Pharmacist

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Description: As a Pharmacist, you will dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions....

Senior Clinical Pharmacist

  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Through our home delivery and over-the-counter fulfillment services, specialty, and retail pharmacy locations, we provide customers simple, integrated solutions every time....

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Clinical Pharmacist

  • Nassau, NY (7 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nassau, NY (7 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 5 days ago

of satisfactory experience in the practice of pharmacy, including one year as a Clinical Pharmacist....

Travel Infusion Pharmacist Albany, NY (13-Week Contract)

  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (12 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Schedule: Monday - Friday, Day Shifts (approximately 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) Responsibilities: Oversee and perform sterile compounding for infusion therapies Collaborate with healthcare teams in a hospital...

Seasonal Immunizing Pharmacist PT

  • Clifton Park, NY (17 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (17 miles from West Sand Lake, NY)
  • 7 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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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in West Sand Lake, NY

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in West Sand Lake, NY offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.4%
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 West Sand Lake, 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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