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How much do dispensing pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for dispensing 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 are the most common challenges a dispensing pharmacist faces in a busy pharmacy setting?

Dispensing Pharmacists in busy pharmacy settings often encounter challenges such as managing high prescription volumes while ensuring accuracy, handling time-sensitive medication requests, and maintaining clear communication with both patients and healthcare providers. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to prevent dispensing errors. Additionally, pharmacists must stay updated on new medications and regulations, all while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Dispensing Pharmacist vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectDispensing PharmacistPharmacy Technician
CredentialsPharmacy degree, licensureHigh school diploma, certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity, hospital, or clinical pharmaciesPharmacy settings, assisting pharmacists
ResponsibilitiesDispensing medications, patient counseling, verifying prescriptionsPreparing medications, managing inventory, assisting with prescriptions

Dispensing Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians work closely in pharmacy settings, but pharmacists hold advanced credentials and are responsible for verifying prescriptions and providing patient advice, while technicians support dispensing and administrative tasks. Both roles are essential for efficient pharmacy operations.

What is a dispensing pharmacist?

Dispensing pharmacists are healthcare professionals who are responsible for preparing, checking, and providing prescription medications to patients. They ensure that the correct medicines are supplied in the right dosage and offer advice on how to use them safely and effectively. Dispensing pharmacists also review prescriptions for accuracy, monitor for potential drug interactions, and provide guidance on side effects and proper medication storage. Their role is vital in ensuring patient safety and optimal therapeutic outcomes.

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

To thrive as a Dispensing Pharmacist, you need a pharmacy degree, registration with the relevant pharmacy board, and a thorough knowledge of pharmaceuticals and medication dispensing protocols. Familiarity with pharmacy management systems, electronic prescription software, and inventory control tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and customer service orientation help pharmacists effectively counsel patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure safe, accurate medication dispensing and to provide high-quality patient care.
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What states have the most Dispensing Pharmacist jobs? States with the most job openings for Dispensing Pharmacist jobs include:
Infographic showing various Dispensing Pharmacist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,701 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

Dispensing Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Full Time

CVS Health

Huntington, NY • On-site

$60.58 - $101.54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


CVS Health rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 4,332 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 112 rated pharmacies


Job description

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselvesaccountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary
Omnicare, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of CVS Health Corporation.
www.cvshealth.com
What We Do
Directly, and through our subsidiaries, Omnicare provides a broad array of pharmacy-related services to long term care facilities and to other customers in the healthcare environment. While senior care has long been an Omnicare specialty, we also serve other targeted populations.
Are you searching for a fast paced and multifaceted environment where you can show your passion for helping others? If this sounds like the opportunity you're looking for, apply to our Pharmacist role at Omnicare today! We can't wait to meet you!
As a pharmacist for our Long Term Care Pharmacy you will work in an exciting, dynamic and fast paced environment, ensuring the continuation of pharmacy management's goals and objectives within the dispensing pharmacy. This pharmacist will provide routine and emergency comprehensive and accurate drug screening, information, processing, and dispensing services for various drug distribution systems to the centers. We are looking for someone who has a phenomenal work ethic to provide outstanding service and to ensure that the appropriate drug product reaches the customer both efficiently and safely.
You will:
Ensure accurate entry of orders
Maintain security of the pharmacy
Adhere to required delivery schedules
Verify orders entered by technician staff for accuracy.
Check for completeness and precision of all new and refill labels and orders.
Check for content and accuracy of all drug packaging and labeling.
Preparation and/or supervision of sterile IV drug products or solutions, if required.
Assist in maintaining a perpetual inventory for schedule II drugs.
Knowledge of DEA and state law with regards to controlled drug dispensing.
Provide evening, weekend, and holiday coverage during scheduled rotation based on the needs of the business.
Follow all applicable state and government regulations including HIPAA.
Other duties as assigned (these vary by location).
This pharmacist will be an integral member of the pharmacy team. Your success will be driven by your ability to lead and foster a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and service. The most successful pharmacists demonstrate excellent customer service skills, as well as the ability to prioritize the workflow. The contributions you will make as a Pharmacist in this role will position CVS Health as a leader within the LTC marketplace.
This is a full time, benefit eligible position. CVS Health offers a competitive benefit package which includes, but is not limited to, Paid Time Off, Health/Dental/Vision insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Program , 401K with a company match, and a generous employee discount at all CVS stores.
This is a full-time position offering 30 hours a week. Schedule will be Monday, Thursday and Friday 2PM-10PM and Saturday 9AM-5PM.

There is an on-call requirement.
Required Qualifications
Licensed pharmacist in New York
Preferred Qualifications
Long Term Care and IV experience
Education

Bachelors of Science Degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy

Anticipated Weekly Hours

37.5

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$60.58 - $101.54

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This fulltime position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.


Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/31/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.


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