Pharmacist Jobs in Mississippi

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

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 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

  • Tylertown, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Tylertown, MS
  • 1 day 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...

Pharmacist (Full or Part Time)

  • Byram, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Byram, MS
  • 1 day ago

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

Pharmacist/Salaried

  • Laurel, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 2 days ago

Provides patient counseling for dispensed medications 2. Responsible for dispensing inpatient medications utilizing the unit dose system. a....

Pharmacist - Part Time Flexible

  • Greenville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 3 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....

Staff Pharmacist - $20,000 Sign On Available + Relocation!

  • Tunica, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Tunica, MS
  • 6 days ago

Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD...

Pharmacist

  • Holly Springs, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Holly Springs, MS
  • 7 days ago

management services....

Pharmacist Resident I

  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago

The resident will be routinely evaluated and given feedback in accordance with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Association accreditation requirements....

Dist Suppt Pharmacist PT

  • Meridian, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 8 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....

Clinical Pharmacist PRN Premium

  • Jackson, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 13 days ago

Clinical Pharmacist PRN Premium Jackson, MS, United States and 1 more JOB DESCRIPTION The Clinical Pharmacist enhances the quality of patient care by influencing safe, appropriate and cost-effective...

Specialty Pharmacy Pharmacist

  • Greenville, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 16 days ago

Interprets physician prescriptions and medication orders Graduated from an accredited School of Pharmacy Pharmacist degree allowing licensure in Mississippi...

Pharmacy/Pharmacist Floater (Ad)

  • Oxford, MS
  • 17 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 17 days ago

Provide direct patient clinical services, including patient coaching services and medication therapy management. Monitor/maintain patient profiles....

Pharmacist-in-Charge

  • Laurel, MS
  • 20 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 20 days ago

Pharmacist-In-Charge South Central Specialty Pharmacy, Laurel MS Glad you're here....

Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Greenwood, MS
  • 21 days ago
  • Greenwood, MS
  • 21 days ago

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

Pharmacist

  • Pearl, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Pearl, MS
  • 22 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...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Mississippi

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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