Pharmacist Jobs in Canton, OH

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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Staff Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 1 day 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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Pharmacist in Charge

  • Walmart
  • Dover, OH (17 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dover, OH (17 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... Assists in the operation of the Pharmacy and OTC areas by driving sales and profit ensuring effective merchandise presentation budgeting and forecasting sales monitoring...

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Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 1 day 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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Pharmacist

  • Ernest Health
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Conducts drug utilization reviews and prepares drug review criteria for medical staff approval. Monitors drug therapies as assigned by medical staff and suggests alternatives as appropriate....

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Retail Staff Pharmacist - Local Contract Akron Ohio and Surrounding Areas Retail Staff Pharmacist - Local Contract Akron Ohio and Surrounding Areas

  • Soliant Health
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 4 days ago

pharmacy experience preferred Long-term care pharmacy experience is also considered Comfortable working across multiple pharmacy locations in the Akron area Skills Strong patient counseling and communication...

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Clinical Pharmacist - Infusion Center

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Uniontown, OH (11 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Uniontown, OH (11 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 5 days ago

The pharmacist also collaborates closely with and supports pharmacy technicians as needed to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality patient care....

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Regional Oncology and Infusion Pharmacist

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 7 days ago

As a Regional Oncology and Infusion Pharmacist, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe, effective and personalized medication therapy for patients receiving infusion treatments....

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District Support Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Massillon, OH (6 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 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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Pharmacist - Clinical Pharmacy

  • Aultman Health Foundation
  • Canton, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 8 days ago

Additionally, the clinical pharmacist will provide medication education to nursing and physician personnel as required or desired....

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Pharmacist

  • Walgreens
  • Canton, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 8 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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Lead Pharmacist - Inpatient

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 13 days ago

compounding checks, triaging patient care needs, and facilitating pharmacist and technician workflows....

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Night Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 25 days ago

team.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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Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Mogadore, OH (16 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 26 days ago
  • Mogadore, OH (16 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 26 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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Lead Clinical Pharmacist - Internal Medicine

  • Summa Health
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 27 days ago

Lead Clinical Pharmacist - Internal Medicine Full-time / 40 hours per week / Akron City campus Shared faculty position with NEOMED Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers...

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Pharmacist

  • Summa Health
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Pharmacist Part-time / 24 hours per week / 2nd shift Akron City campus Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast...

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Demographic Data for Canton, OH

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Canton, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Canton, OH 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 Canton, OH
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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