Pharmacist Jobs in Hopewell, VA

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 PRN

  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications As a Pharmacist, you will compound and dispense medications for patients undergoing inpatient and outpatient care....

HOSPITAL ONLY - Pharmacist

  • Richmond, VA (24 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (24 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced pharmacist to join our team....

Part-time Staff Pharmacist - Community

  • Petersburg, VA (6 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA (6 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 3 days ago

.** We seek a part-time **Staff Pharmacist** to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions....

Emergency Medicine Pharmacist

  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will compound and dispense medications for patients undergoing inpatient and outpatient care....

Pharmacist

  • Colonial Heights, VA (9 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (9 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 17 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....

Pharmacist

  • Hopewell, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Hopewell, VA
  • 27 days ago

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

Pharmacist - Southside Medical Center - PRN

  • Petersburg, VA (6 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Petersburg, VA (6 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Licensing/Certification Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required) Valid state issued ID (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred) Immunization Certified...

Pharmacist

  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

The pharmacist shall interpret, compound and dispense medications and other pharmaceutical supplies according to physician orders issued in a lawful manner by an authorized prescriber in the state of...

Pharmacist - Inpatient - Memorial Regional Medical

  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (23 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

utilization reviews, drug dosing, infection prevention, student precepting and other activities based on department need This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties...

PRN (USA) Staff Pharmacist (Hourly) - Sams

  • Colonial Heights, VA (9 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (9 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... What you'll do... Provides comprehensive patient care to members by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders; administering immunizations;...

Behavioral Health Clinical Pharmacist

  • Hopewell, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hopewell, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will compound and dispense medications for patients undergoing inpatient and outpatient care....

PRN (USA) Staff Pharmacist (Hourly) - Sam's

  • Colonial Heights, VA (9 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (9 miles from Hopewell, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Hopewell, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Hopewell, VA 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 Hopewell, VA
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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