Pharmacist Jobs in Downingtown, 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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District Support Pharmacist - Full Time

  • Broomall, PA (19 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Broomall, PA (19 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Staff Pharmacist - Part Time

  • Wayne, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Wayne, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Staff Pharmacist - Full Time

  • Paoli, PA (12 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Paoli, PA (12 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Glenolden, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glenolden, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 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....

Infusion Pharmacist In Charge PIC - PA

  • Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities Oversee daily pharmacy operations and staff including pharmacists and technicians Serve as the designated Pharmacist in Charge and maintain Board of Pharmacy compliance Ensure regulatory...

Pharmacist In Charge Infusion Pharmacy Garnet Valley, PA (Philadelphia Area)

  • Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

oversight of pharmacy operations including prescription processing, clinical assessments, and drug utilization review Lead, train, and manage pharmacy staff while maintaining high-quality patient care...

Now Hiring: Pharmacist in Charge Infusion Pharmacy P

  • Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Conducting patient assessments and drug utilization reviews. Managing compliance with accrediting bodies and state/federal pharmacy regulations....

Dist Suppt Pharmacist

  • Havertown, PA (21 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Havertown, PA (21 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Per Diem Pharmacist

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description The Per Diem Pharmacist of the dispensary is a registered Pharmacist who is responsible for providing an outstanding patient experience while maximizing revenue goals, assisting the...

Pharmacy Care Coordinator

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Introduces and explains scope of Pharmacy services to the patient/caregiver to include: medication history, refill coordination, access to emergent services, and pharmacist escalation as appropriate...

Pharmacist

  • Glenolden, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glenolden, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 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...

Pharmacist - Per Diem (Hours 9AM-5PM)

  • Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

As a per-diem pharmacist for our pharmacies located within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), you will receive the benefit of a retail pharmacy type setting with a Monday thru Friday potential...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 13 days ago

The Clinical Pharmacist will maintain current knowledge of managed care shifts, payer strategies, medical policies, and PBMs....

Dist Suppt Pharmacist PT

  • West Chester, PA (6 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (6 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 14 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....

PT Floater Pharmacist

  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Weighs, measures, mixes drugs and other medical compounds and fills bottles with correct quantity and compositions. May give advice to self-medicating patients....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Downingtown, 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 Downingtown, 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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