Pharmacist Jobs in Richmond, KY

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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Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 26 days ago

Qualifications Must have and maintain a valid pharmacist license and be in good standing New graduates must obtain a license issued by a board of pharmacy to practice medicine within 12 months of commissioning...

Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 4 hours ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Staff Pharmacist FT - Flexible Schedules

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 16 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....

Heart Failure Navigator Pharmacist or RN

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 21 hours ago

Certifications Nursing license, Pharmacist license BLS Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training BSN or Masters Degree....

Amb/Retail Pharmacist/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 21 hours ago

No Preferred Education/Experience PharmD and ambulatory/retail pharmacy experience preferred....

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 2 days ago

of non-sterile compounding, immunizations and medication therapy management (MTM) (c) completion of an ASHP accredited Pharmacy Residency Program, (d) completion of an Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience...

PRN Rotating Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Responsible for the accurate and proper compounding and dispensing of prescribed medications and solutions....

Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Good Samaritan Decentralized Clinical

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary In this position the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the UK HealthCare Good Samaritan Hospital. Responsibilities include: reviewing and perfecting...

Pharmacist/OnCall/UKHC - Good Samaritan Central Operations

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary In this position the candidate will provide pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the UK HealthCare Good Samaritan Hospital. Responsibilities include: reviewing and perfecting...

District Support Pharmacist

  • Richmond, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 9 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....

KY - Pharmacist Hospital Job -Lexington

  • Winchester, KY (16 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Winchester, KY (16 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 10 days ago

KY - Pharmacist Hospital Job -Lexington Winchester, KY 12 days ago CATEGORY Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist JOB TYPE Contract Position: Travel Pharmacist Location: Kentucky Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13...

Healthcare Services Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc....

Pharmacist - Nights

  • Richmond, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 10 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Clinical Staff Pharmacist Full Time Nights 7 on 7 off Job Description: The clinical staff pharmacist is responsible for provision of distributive, clinical and educational...

Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 12 days ago

A Staff Pharmacist at Walmart is at the forefront of patient communications, listening and developing relationships with those that seek our quality, heartfelt care....

Amb/Retail Pharmacist/UKHC University of Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (19 miles from Richmond, KY)
  • 13 days ago

Department Name: H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY Job Summary: Compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receiving written orders from physicians....

Demographic Data for Richmond, KY

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Richmond, KY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Richmond, KY 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 Richmond, KY
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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