Pharmacist Jobs in Gastonia, NC

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-Sign-On Bonus Available

  • WALGREENS
  • Kings Mountain, NC (7 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kings Mountain, NC (7 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 30+ 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

  • WALGREENS
  • Denver, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Denver, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 45+ 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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Hybrid Pharmacist - 4 Days Retail/1 Day Remote (NC)

  • WALGREENS
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities, demonstrating a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Hybrid

2nd Shift Fulfillment Pharmacist - Home Delivery

  • United Health Group
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago

the flexibility to work occasional overtime as necessary Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a retail pharmacy setting Experience working in a mail order setting Pay is based on several...

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Pharmacist - Registered

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 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 Pharmacist Atrium Health CarolinaCARE

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Prefer experience in direct patient/provider interaction, Chronic disease management (including weight management) Medication therapy management, formulary review, cost optimization) Knowledge, Skills...

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Cardiology Support Clinical Pharmacist Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center FT

  • Atrium Health
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Back to Search Results Cardiology Support Clinical Pharmacist Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center FT Charlotte, NC, United States Job ID: R243622 Shift: Various Job Type: Regular Share: mail Share...

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Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 5 days 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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Staff Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 6 days 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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Cardiology Support Clinical Pharmacist Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center FT

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Department: 38410 Carolinas Medical Center - Pharmacy Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Primarily 1st shift, may be assigned 1-2...

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Clinical Pharmacist PRN

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Department: 38410 Aurora Lakeland Medical Center - Pharmacy Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Casual/as needed Pharmacy Hours: M-F...

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Clinical Pharmacist AMS

  • Caromont Health
  • Gastonia, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary: Performs a wide variety of duties to help meet the pharmaceutical needs of the organization and its patients focusing on management of antimicrobial stewardship. Responsible for...

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District Support Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 8 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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Clinical Pharmacist - Atrium Health Airport Center Pharmacy PT

  • Atrium Health
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Back to Search Results Clinical Pharmacist - Atrium Health Airport Center Pharmacy PT Charlotte, NC, United States Job ID: R242981 Shift: Various Job Type: Regular Share: mail Share on Facebookshare...

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Clinical Pharmacist - Atrium Health Airport Center Pharmacy PT

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Department: 38499 Carolina CARE Pharmacy - CMC Airport Center Pharmacy Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 1st and 2nd shift -...

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Gastonia, NC

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Gastonia, NC

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Gastonia, NC 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 Gastonia, NC
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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