Pharmacist Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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 (Inpatient Pharmacy) - FULL TIME

  • Augusta Health
  • Fishersville, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fishersville, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Pharmacist Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws....

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Pharmacist

  • UVA Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Ivy, VA (3 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ivy, VA (3 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 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?...

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Pharmacist

  • Encompass Health
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 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?...

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Clinical Pharmacist - Critical Care (Evenings, Four 10-Hour Shifts)

  • University of Virginia
  • University, VA (7 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • University, VA (7 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work in various settings, including pharmacies, the UVA hospitals, clinics, and research facilities....

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Clinical Pharmacist - Critical Care (Evenings, Four 10-Hour Shifts)

  • UVA Health
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 13 days ago

Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work in various settings, including pharmacies, the UVA hospitals, clinics, and research facilities....

In Person Part Time

Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist - Primary Care Culpeper and Locust Grove

  • University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 13 days ago

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist provides evidence-based pharmaceutical care to patients in the ambulatory clinical setting....

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Staff Pharmacist - Full time

  • CVS Health
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 15 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....

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Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist - UVA Primary Care Riverside and Medical Associates of Louisa

  • UVA Health
  • University, VA (7 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • University, VA (7 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 18 days ago

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist provides evidence-based pharmaceutical care to patients in the ambulatory clinical setting....

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Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist - UVA Primary Care Riverside and Medical Associates of Louisa

  • State of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 19 days ago

The Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist provides evidence-based pharmaceutical care to patients in the ambulatory clinical setting....

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Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Acute Care Services (Nights, 7 on 7 off)

  • University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and clinically driven pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care during the overnight hours....

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District Support Pharmacist FT

  • CVS Health
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 20 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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Clinical Pharmacist Home Infusion (part-time)

  • Sentara
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago

counseling when required Participates in the training of new employees as assigned Assumes local responsibility and ownership for assigned tasks Consistently follows policies and procedures Continually...

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PT Pharmacist PT (Benes Eligible) - Pharmacy - 0251

  • Giant Food - PROD
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago

license in the state of employment Immunization certification (e.g., APhA or state-recognized equivalent) Medication Therapy Management (MTM) certification where applicable 2-5+ years of retail pharmacy...

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Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Walgreens
  • Elkton, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Elkton, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 22 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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PT Pharmacist PT (Not Benes Eligible) - Pharmacy - 0251

  • Giant Food - PROD
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 22 days ago

license in the state of employment Immunization certification (e.g., APhA or state-recognized equivalent) Medication Therapy Management (MTM) certification where applicable 2-5+ years of retail pharmacy...

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Charlottesville, VA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA
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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