Pharmacist Jobs in Nevada

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

  • NV
  • 26 days ago
  • NV
  • 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 Manager - Sam's Pharmacy

  • North Las Vegas, NV
  • 7 hours ago
  • North Las Vegas, NV
  • 7 hours ago

... What you'll do... Provides comprehensive patient care to members by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders; administering immunizations; counseling members regarding health...

Senior Specialty Pharmacist Technician - Las Vegas, NV

  • Pahrump, NV
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pahrump, NV
  • 12 hours ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Pharmacist

  • Henderson, NV
  • 14 hours ago
  • Henderson, NV
  • 14 hours ago

Job Description: Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, patient counseling and teaching....

Pharmacist Local Specialty

  • Reno, NV
  • 14 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 14 hours ago

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

Clinical Pharmacist II

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 16 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 16 hours ago

Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Clinical Pharmacist II you want with your current employer?...

Pharmacist (Full Time Nights) Pharmacy

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 23 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 23 hours ago

counseling and teaching....

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Home in Hospital

  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago

Videos Help Duties Summary Continued: The CPS functions to initiate, modify, discontinue, and monitor medication therapy and acts as a consultant for comprehensive medication therapy management services...

Per Diem Pharmacist

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 2 days ago

The PRN Pharmacist at Southwest Medical Pharmacy will perform various duties related to the fulfillment of prescription orders....

PHARMACIST, Part Time

  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago

Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals for patient care by performing the related duties....

Retail Pharmacist Vacation Coverage Tonopah, NV

  • Tonopah, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Tonopah, NV
  • 2 days ago

during a vacation period at a retail pharmacy located in Tonopah, NV, a charming small town situated approximately 4 hours from Reno and 3+ hours from Las Vegas....

Pharmacist (Service Chief)

  • Reno, NV
  • 3 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 3 days ago

The pharmacist must maintain current registration if this is a requirement for maintaining full, current, and unrestricted licensure....

Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 5 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 5 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....

Clinical Pharmacist-ED

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 6 days ago

. $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified ED Pharmacist Candidates!! Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Clinical Pharmacist Emergency Dept?...

Pharmacist

  • Fernley, NV
  • 7 days ago
  • Fernley, NV
  • 7 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....

Demographic Data for Nevada

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Nevada

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Nevada 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 Nevada
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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