Pharmacist Jobs in Slidell, LA

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 -Cancer Center - PRN

  • Slidell, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 5 days ago

Skills necessary to compound pharmaceuticals, operate technical equipment, and etc. Excellent interpersonal skills....

Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 6 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you play a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

District Support Pharmacist PT

  • Mandeville, LA (15 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA (15 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 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....

Pharmacist

  • Madisonville, LA (22 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Madisonville, LA (22 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 18 days ago

As a pharmacist, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and effective use of medications by our patients and will be responsible for the operations and safety of the pharmacy, including compounding...

Clinical Pharmacist-Oncology

  • Slidell, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 18 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,...

Staff Pharmacist PRN

  • Slidell, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Skills necessary to compound pharmaceuticals, operate technical equipment, and etc. Excellent interpersonal skills....

Pharmacist FT Nights

  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

The pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, patient counseling and teaching....

Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacist

  • Slidell, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Ensures compliance of aseptic technique, accuracy of drug compounding, safe drug handling and oversight of workflow efficiencies for safety and compliance of appropriate drug compounding....

Pharmacist, Retail

  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisianas leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician...

Pharmacist

  • Picayune, MS (21 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Picayune, MS (21 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

The Pharmacist must possess and utilize a knowledge base in medication for children (pediatric), adolescent, and geriatric patients to evaluate orders, make recommendations for therapy, and manage therapy...

Clinical Pharmacist PRN

  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

This pharmacist will have an extensive knowledge of the various treatment options for a wide variety of malignancies....

Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient Pharmacy

  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Covington, LA (23 miles from Slidell, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in...

Pharmacist

  • Slidell, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Skills necessary to compound pharmaceuticals, operate technical equipment, and etc. Excellent interpersonal skills....

Demographic Data for Slidell, LA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Slidell, LA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Slidell, LA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.1%
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 Slidell, LA
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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