Pharmacist Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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

  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 16 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...

(13-Weeks, Travel) Clinical Pharmacist - Days - Eastern Washington

  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • moments ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • moments ago

Soliant Health is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pharmacist to join a thriving hospital pharmacy team in Spokane, WA....

Hospital Travel Pharmacist - Spokane, WA

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • moments ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • moments ago

Soliant Health is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pharmacist to join a dynamic hospital pharmacy team in Spokane, WA....

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Tukwila, WA (22 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tukwila, WA (22 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Pharmacist Providence St....

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

The responsibilities of the clinical pharmacist will predominantly fall into the following areas: (1) Patient Care - The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist is responsible for providing collaborative practice...

Pharmacist Specialist - NICU

  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Join Our Legacy of Care: Per Diem Sonographer Opportunity at St. Joseph Medical Center St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA, a cornerstone of compassionate care for over a century, is...

Pharmacist

  • Fife, WA (19 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fife, WA (19 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced pharmacist to join our team in the Crossgate branch....

Pharmacist

  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

of medication orders and the distribution of medications and IV admixtures to patients in a safe and timely manner....

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

  • Silverdale, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Provides patient counseling and drug information and documentation as appropriate. Completes other duties as they are assigned within the scope of their licensure as requested....

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago

The UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE PHARMACY DEPARTMENT is seeking a highly-motivated CLINICAL PHARMACIST - SOLID ORGAN TRANSPLANT....

Pharmacist Specialist - NICU

  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs the essential job functions of a pharmacist in accordance with the Pharmacist job description, including teaching and mentoring staff pharmacists, interns, residents...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Upon hire: Washington Pharmacist License Why Join Providence?...

Dist Suppt Pharmacist FT

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 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 - Outpatient (Per Diem, Rotating/Variable Shifts)

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

The HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY DEPARTMENT is looking for an outstanding STAFF PHARMACIST (Pharmacist 2) to join our Outpatient Pharmacy team!...

Clinical Staff Pharmacist - Neurology/Rehab Medicine (100% Fte, Rotating/Variable Shifts)

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

The HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY DEPARTMENT has an outstanding opportunity for a CLINICAL STAFF PHARMACIST - NEUROLOGY/REHAB MEDICINE....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA
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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