Pharmacist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Float Pharmacist - Community

  • Indiana, PA
  • 24 days ago
  • Indiana, PA
  • 24 days ago

We seek a Float Pharmacist to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions....

Pharmacist - Specialty

  • Home, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Home, PA
  • 10 hours ago

CVS Specialty Pharmacy has an exciting opportunity for a pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Practice Team!...

Overnight Pharmacist - Licensed Call Center

  • Freedom, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Freedom, PA
  • 10 hours ago

Giant Eagle Pharmacy operates two Central Pharmacy Service Centers that support over 200 retail pharmacy locations. One located in Freedom, PA and the other in Columbus, OH....

Pharmacist (Rph Required)

  • Hollidaysburg, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hollidaysburg, PA
  • 12 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...

Certification Pharmacist

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Great for a Licensed Pharmacist who is looking to break into the cannabis industry or looking to pick up some extra hours....

Pharmacist

  • New Kensington, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Kensington, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Great for a Licensed Pharmacist who is looking to break into the cannabis industry or looking to pick up some extra hours....

Pharmacist

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Margaret is looking for a motivated Pharmacist to join their team! Shifts will primarily be during daylight/evening hours with occasional night shift coverage....

Float Pharmacist

  • Johnstown, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 18 hours ago

We seek a Float Pharmacist to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions....

Pharmacist in Charge Compounding (Multi-State Licensure Required)

  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 19 hours ago

KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MS, NE, NV, OH, OK, OR, TN, TX, and WV 2+ years of pharmacy management or PIC experience Recent retail pharmacy experience Experience with sterile or non-sterile compounding preferred...

Multi-State Licensed Pharmacist-in-Charge Kennett Square

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 19 hours ago

KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MS, NE, NV, OH, OK, OR, TN, TX, and WV 2+ years of pharmacy management or PIC experience Recent retail pharmacy experience Experience with sterile or non-sterile compounding preferred...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Indiana, PA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Indiana, PA
  • 23 hours ago

Requires a registered pharmacist. Must possess an active unrestricted state license to practice pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh)....

Pharmacist- Inpatient- Allegheny General Hospital

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 23 hours ago

Independently reviews and assesses medication prescriptions to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems; ensures that medications are accurately and efficiently compounded...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

**Job Posting Title** Clinical Pharmacist **Job Description** The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for the clinical and regulatory analysis activities required for the implementation of clinical and...

**Required Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Pharm D + Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license + 3+ years of experience working as a licensed pharmacist + Experience working for...

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Clinical Pharmacist

  • West Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Clinical Pharmacist validates accuracy and appropriateness of medication orders, compounds medications and accurately provides prescribed medications according to professional standards, practices...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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