Pharmacist Jobs in Leesburg, 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

  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 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...

Full-time Retail Staff Pharmacist - Brunswick, MD

  • Brunswick, MD (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brunswick, MD (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 10 hours ago

license in Maryland (or ability to obtain) Immunization certification through an accredited organization (APhA preferred) Retail pharmacy experience Strong clinical knowledge and patient counseling...

Pharmacist

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 hours ago

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

Pharmacist - Retail - Brunswick, MD

  • Brunswick, MD (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Brunswick, MD (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 hours ago

We are seeking a Direct Hire Retail Pharmacist to work in Brunswick, MD. We are looking for an experienced Retail Pharmacist to join our team. For more details, please contact: ... or call .......

Inpatient Float Pharmacist

  • Ranson, WV (22 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ranson, WV (22 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Completion of a PGY-2 Residency in an applicable clinical field OR; Completion of a PGY-1 Residency OR; Three years of relevant pharmacist experience....

Pharmacist, Rotating Shift, Rehabilitation

  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 8 days ago

, with counseling and medication therapy management Supervisory/management experience not required but welcome Work Schedule: Full Time; Day, Evening, and Weekend alternating shifts....

FT Staff Pharmacist - Store 388 Purcellville, VA

  • Purcellville, VA (10 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Purcellville, VA (10 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Primary Job Functions as the pharmacist are: Perform all functions of the staff pharmacists, including but not limited to supporting divisional, corporate and special promotions...

District Support Pharmacist PT

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

CVS Health District Support Pharmacist PT in Gaithersburg , Maryland Bring your heart to CVS Health....

Pharmacist - Dispensing

  • Sterling, VA (9 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (9 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Position Summary The Dispensing Pharmacist is a vital member of the Akina Pharmacy team, responsible for ensuring the accurate verification, and dispensing of compounded medications....

Pharmacist

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 15 days ago

Compliance, compassion, and quality care is a core focus for our Pharmacist....

DIstrict Support Pharmacist FT

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 16 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 FT

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 18 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....

Pharmacist

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Rotating Shifts, Pharmacy

  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

, with counseling and medication therapy management Supervisory/management experience not required but welcome Strongly Preferred: Experience responding to Code Blue calls; ACLS certification/training...

Pharmacist- PRN

  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The pharmacist is responsible for the dispensing of prescription medications to hospital inpatients....

Demographic Data for Leesburg, VA

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Leesburg, VA 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 Leesburg, 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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