Pharmacist Jobs in Lancaster, 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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Clinical Pharmacist ( Full-time, Days + Evenings)

  • Penn Medicine
  • Lancaster, PA
  • moments ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • moments ago

Conducts drug utilization reviews to assure the quality of drug use. Determines if criteria for drug use are met in patient cases being reviewed....

In Person Full Time

Staff Pharmacist Part Time

  • CVS Health
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day 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....

In Person Part Time

Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • 1930 CVS Rx Services, Inc.
  • Fawn Grove, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fawn Grove, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 5 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....

In Person Full Time

Staff Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 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....

In Person

Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Red Lion, PA (17 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Red Lion, PA (17 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 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....

In Person Full Time

Clinical Pharmacist - Pharmacy Disease Management

  • Penn State Health
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Active and valid PA licensure or eligibility as a Pharmacist required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Ability to prioritize and organize daily activities to meet patient care needs required....

In Person

Ambulatory Pharmacist Clinician

  • Penn Medicine
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 13 days ago

Credentials: Pharmacist (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: Ph.D. (Required) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees....

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Pharmacist

  • Walmart
  • Parkesburg, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Parkesburg, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 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....

In Person

Pharmacist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concordville
  • Goodville, PA (17 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Goodville, PA (17 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Pharmacist Career Opportunity Valued for your Expertise as a Pharmacist Are you a dedicated and skilled pharmacist seeking a career that aligns with your values?...

In Person

Staff Pharmacist - Part Time

  • 1930 CVS Rx Services, Inc.
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 14 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....

In Person Part Time

Pharmacist

  • Soliant Health
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 20 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Pharmacist Job Type Contract A well-established 500-bed hospital in the Lancaster, PA area is seeking a skilled Pharmacist for a 13-week contract assignment with an ASAP start....

In Person

Clinical Staff Pharmacist (PRN) - Pharmacy Services Main

  • Penn State Health
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 20 days ago

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: PRN FTE: 0.001 Shift: Varied Shift Differential: $2.00/hour Shift Differential: $2.50/hour Hours: Day and Evening...

In Person Part Time

Staff Pharmacist - Part Time

  • United Health Group
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 22 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Review, verify, and dispense medication orders to ensure appropriateness, safety, and accuracy Provide clinical pharmacy services, including medication therapy management and...

In Person Part Time

Pharmacist

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Hummelstown, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Hummelstown, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 23 days ago

Overview Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, In partnership with Select Medical Position: Pharmacist Location: Hummelstown, PA Schedule: FulltimeCompensation: Pay based on years of experience...

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District Support Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lancaster, 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....

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Lancaster, PA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Lancaster, PA 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 Lancaster, 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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