Pharmacist Jobs in Altoona, PA

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 (Rph Required)

  • Hollidaysburg, PA (8 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hollidaysburg, PA (8 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Summary As a Pharmacist, you will consistently build relationships with patients exceeding their needs by providing safe, accurate and efficient care to achieve optimal patient, team member and...

Pharmacist-Pittsburgh East/Mountains (Rph License Required)

  • Altoona, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary As a Pharmacist, you will consistently build relationships with patients - exceeding their needs by providing safe, accurate and efficient care to achieve optimal patient, team member and...

Travel Pharmacist - $2707/wk gross

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Join Anders Group, a top-rated healthcare staffing agency, for an exciting Travel Pharmacist job in ALTOONA PA. 2+ years of experience is preferred, but not always required....

Dist Suppt Pharmacist PT

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ 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....

Pharmacist, Rx Partners (Altoona, PA)

  • Altoona, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 45+ days ago

- no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred....

Pharmacist Specialist

  • Altoona, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Specialized pharmacy services include but are not limited to areas of pharmacy practice, including pharmacy informatics, research, sterile compounding, medication safety, regulatory, and quality....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Duncansville, PA (8 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Duncansville, PA (8 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 45+ 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....

Demographic Data for Altoona, PA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Altoona, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Altoona, PA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
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 Altoona, PA
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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