Pharmacist Jobs in District of Columbia

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 I - Oncology (Primarily evening shift)

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

Provides pharmaceutical care to assigned patients under the supervision of a more senior clinical pharmacist/manager....

Pharmacist in Charge - Outpatient / Retail

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

General Summary of Position We are actively recruiting for an experienced Pharmacist in Charge to help lead our outpatient / retail pharmacy on the campus of MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in...

PT Pharmacist (Benes Eligible) - Pharmacy - 2376 (Floater)

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

PT Pharmacist (Benes Eligible) - Pharmacy - 2376 (Floater) Why Work at Giant? At Giant, we love what we do, and make it easy for you to love it, too!...

(USA) Staff Pharmacist (hourly)

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides pharmaceutical care to Customers including processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders counseling Customers regarding health care and prescription...

Pharmacist

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides pharmaceutical care to Customers including processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders counseling Customers regarding health care and prescription...

District Support Pharmacist PT

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 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....

Clin Staff Pharmacist Spec - Hematology/Oncology

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist act as mentors to staff pharmacist in development and maintenance of required clinical skills....

Pharmacist - Per Diem - (DC Floater)

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Overview Pharmacist Floater - DC Region - Per Diem (PRN) Exciting new opportunity for a Per Diem (PRN) Pharmacist to work within our clinic based, retail pharmacies located throughout the District of...

Clinical Pharmacist - Ed

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Key responsibilities of an ED pharmacist include: Medication Order Review: Reviewing physician orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential interactions, ensuring safe and effective drug therapy...

Clinical Pharmacist - Digital Medicine - Full Time - Remote

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Remote Work

Pharmacist - DOC

  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago

INTRODUCTION Under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy, the Pharmacist performs a wide range of duties including dispensing of prescribed medications, patient teaching, and acting as a resource...

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist I - Oncology

  • Washington, DC
  • 25 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 25 days ago

Licensure as a Pharmacist in Washington, DC required Board certification in area of specialty required....

Pharmacist - Clinical Advisor

  • Washington, DC
  • 26 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 26 days ago

CVS Health Pharmacist - Clinical Advisor in Washington Dc , District Of Columbia Bring your heart to CVS Health....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist I - Palliative Services

  • Washington, DC
  • 28 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 28 days ago

Acts as a mentor to clinical pharmacists....

Health Plan Pharmacist

  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 29 days ago

Identifies the need for, develops, and manages new and existing Health Plan-initiated Drug Utilization Review projects....

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in District of Columbia

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.0%
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
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
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists in District of Columbia
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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