Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 26 days ago
  • Owensboro, 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...

Traveling Pharmacist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 28 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 28 days ago

Pharmacist Requirements: Active license in state of practice (when required) 6 months Pharmacist experience preferred Benefits and Perks We value your commitment to patient care and provide a comprehensive...

Pharmacy/Pharmacist Leader

  • Louisville, KY
  • moments ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • moments ago

RESPONSIBILITIES - Perform all functions of a staff pharmacist and act as a role model for the pharmacy team; appropriately handle customer complaints and direct workflow to reduce customer wait times...

Pharmacist

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago

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

Travel Pharmacist - $2,460 per week

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Louisville, Kentucky....

Staff Pharmacist FT - Flexible Schedules

  • Lexington, KY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 13 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....

Pharmacist (PRN)

  • Burlington, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Burlington, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

Heart Failure Navigator Pharmacist or RN

  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 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
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 hours ago

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

Pharmacist - 32 hours

  • Kenton Vale, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kenton Vale, KY
  • 23 hours ago

operations and IV admixture....

Pharmacist

  • Guthrie, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Guthrie, KY
  • 1 day 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....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Franklin, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, KY
  • 1 day 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....

Travel Hospital Pharmacist - $2,360 per week

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Anders Group is seeking a travel Hospital Pharmacist for a travel job in Louisville, Kentucky....

Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist, 1st/2nd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

The Pharmacist may provide pharmacy-related education to pharmacists, technicians, other health care practitioners, and the public....

Clinical Pharmacist, Population Health

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Conducts prospective drug utilization reviews, evaluating proper dosage, usage directions, drug interactions, duplicate therapies, and other regimen-related factors, making case-by-case and population...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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