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HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

Clinical Pharmacist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$110K - $131K/yr

Eligible to sit for North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX). * Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written ...

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Grand Strand Health

Clinical Pharmacist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$110K - $131K/yr

Eligible to sit for North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX). * Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written ...

MOHICAN YOUTH ACADEMY

Staff Pharmacist Part-time

Bowler, WI · On-site

$58.50 - $68.75/hr

... American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLAX) and the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE), having a license in good standing to practice Pharmacy, strong leadership and conflict ...

Mission Hospital

Clinical Pharmacist

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$107K - $128K/yr

Eligible to sit for North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX). * Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written ...

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Pharmacist

Winslow, AZ · On-site

$3.3K/wk

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Pharmacy and Licensed by a State Board of Pharmacy or have a Pharmacy Intern license and complete North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX ...

Mission Hospital

Allied Health - Pharmacist

Sitka, AK · On-site

$3.6K/wk

Pharmacists must pass the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) and, in many cases, a state-specific law exam (e.g., Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination, MPJE)

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How much do american pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for american pharmacist in the United States is $60.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.01 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an American pharmacist do?

An American Pharmacist is a healthcare professional who is responsible for dispensing prescription medications, providing information about those medications to patients, and ensuring their safe and effective use. Pharmacists work in a variety of settings, including community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and research institutions. They also counsel patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions, and may provide vaccinations or health screenings. Their role is essential in promoting public health and ensuring patients receive the best possible care related to their medications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an American pharmacist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an American Pharmacist, you need a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, state licensure, and a solid understanding of pharmacology and medication therapy management. Familiarity with pharmacy management systems, prescription processing software, and drug interaction databases is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help pharmacists provide excellent patient counseling and collaborate with healthcare providers. These skills ensure medication safety, regulatory compliance, and optimal patient outcomes in a high-responsibility healthcare environment.

What are some common challenges American pharmacists face when balancing patient care with administrative duties?

American pharmacists often juggle multiple responsibilities, including patient consultations, medication dispensing, insurance processing, and regulatory compliance. Balancing direct patient care with administrative tasks can be challenging, especially during peak hours or staff shortages. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential to manage these demands while maintaining high-quality care. Many pharmacies use support staff and advanced software systems to help pharmacists focus more on clinical roles and patient interactions.

What is the difference between American Pharmacist vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectAmerican PharmacistPharmacy Technician
Required CredentialsDoctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and licensureHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical industryRetail pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesDispensing medications, patient counseling, medication managementAssisting pharmacists, preparing prescriptions, inventory management

American Pharmacists hold advanced degrees and licensure, focusing on patient care and medication management. Pharmacy Technicians support pharmacists by handling administrative and preparatory tasks. Both roles work closely in pharmacy settings, but pharmacists have more responsibilities and require more extensive education.

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Infographic showing various American Pharmacist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,701 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

PRN Pharmacist

Synchrony Pharmacy Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$55.75 - $67/hr

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Posted 12 days ago

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Overview

Careers close to home and your heart 

Since our founding in 1997, we’ve been making long-term care better for our residents and more rewarding for our team members. We’re a Fortune Best Places to Work in Aging Services, a certified Great Place to Work, and one of Glassdoor’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work. If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Trilogy. 

Responsibilities
  • Prepares and assists the Pharmacy team in the preparation of medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders; weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients; detects therapeutic incompatibilities.
  • Dispenses medication by planning, implementing or maintaining procedures for mixing, packaging, or labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security and proper disposal.
  • Assess the identity, strength or purity of medications.
  • Assists in the maintenance of records, such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, charge system files and inventories, narcotics, or controlled drugs.
  • Controls medications by monitoring drug therapies; advising interventions.
  • Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians’ work flow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries.
  • Manages the workflow processes which may include pharmacist verification, labeling/packaging, quality assurance with barcode verification and drug images and delivery with barcode tote checking.
  • Utilizes computer systems to screen for drug interactions, therapeutic duplication, drug-disease contradictions, drug allergies, geriatric precautions, drug-food precautions and adult min-max dose checking.
  • Provides pharmacological information by answering questions and requests of health care professionals; counseling patents on drug therapies.
  • Develops staff pharmacological knowledge by participating in clinical programs; training pharmacy staff, interns, residents and health care professionals.
  • Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the State Board of Pharmacy, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Food and Drug Administration by monitoring unit inspections, maintaining records for controlled substances; removing outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory, follows disposal of drugs per drug disposal guidelines.
  • Protects patients and technicians by adhering to infection-control protocols.
  • Minimal travel including overnight stay as necessary
  • Meets Expectations of Excellence for position.
  • Supports campuses, departmental goals and the overall objectives of the Company.
  • Complies with all laws, regulations and standards of ethical conduct.
  • Performs all job duties with a friendly positive and team-oriented approach.
  • Maintains required licenses or certifications in good standing with the State.
  • Complies with all Company policies, procedures, rules and standards.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors of Science (B. S.) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).

Licenses/Certifications

  • North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX)
  • Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE)
  • State-specific license where required

Experience:

  • Five (5) years’ experience in a pharmacy environment preferred.  Healthcare, senior living industry or long-term care environment preferred.
  • Exemplary computer skills that include knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite of products.

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