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$52.50 - $63/hr

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How much do entry level pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level 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.

Can you work at a pharmacy with no experience?

Entry level pharmacist positions typically require a pharmacy degree and licensure, so prior experience is not always necessary for entry-level roles. However, having relevant coursework, internships, or pharmacy technician experience can improve job prospects. Most employers value knowledge of pharmacy software and strong communication skills.

How to become an entry level pharmacist?

To become an entry-level pharmacist, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school, which typically requires completing undergraduate coursework in sciences. After graduation, you must obtain licensure by passing the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) and meet state-specific requirements, including internships or practical experience. Licensing ensures you are qualified to dispense medications and provide patient care in a pharmacy setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level pharmacist?

Entry Level Pharmacists require a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, state licensure, and a solid understanding of medication dispensing and patient education. Familiarity with pharmacy management systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and insurance processing platforms is common in the role. Strong communication, attention to detail, and customer service skills help new pharmacists excel when interacting with patients and healthcare providers. These competencies are crucial for ensuring medication safety, regulatory compliance, and positive patient outcomes.

What is an entry level pharmacist?

An Entry Level Pharmacist is a licensed professional who dispenses medications, counsels patients on proper medication use, and ensures compliance with regulations. They typically work in retail pharmacies, hospitals, or healthcare facilities under the supervision of experienced pharmacists. Their responsibilities include verifying prescriptions, managing inventory, and collaborating with healthcare providers. This role serves as a foundation for gaining practical experience and advancing within the pharmacy profession.

What does an entry level pharmacist do?

A typical day for an Entry Level Pharmacist involves accurately dispensing medications, reviewing prescriptions for potential drug interactions, and providing counsel to patients about proper medication use. You will work closely with pharmacy technicians, other pharmacists, and sometimes healthcare providers to ensure prescriptions are filled safely and efficiently. Supporting inventory management, handling insurance queries, and staying updated on new medication guidelines are also routine tasks. This role offers a dynamic work environment that involves both technical and interpersonal skills to deliver high-quality patient care.

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Retail Staff Pharmacist - Campus Central

OU Health

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

$55.25 - $65/hr

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Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Position Title:
Retail Staff Pharmacist - Campus Central
Department:
OU Health Pharmacy - Campus Central
Job Description:
General Description:
The Outpatient Pharmacist I is an entry-level pharmacist who provides safe, accurate, and patient-centered dispensing and clinical support in outpatient, retail, and/or specialty pharmacy settings. This role ensures regulatory compliance, delivers high-quality medication counseling, supports medication access and operational workflow, and contributes to positive patient outcomes. The Outpatient Pharmacist I collaborates with providers, technicians, payors, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize safe medication use, adherence, and patient satisfaction.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.
Shared Responsibilities:
  • Dispense medications safely, accurately, and in accordance with federal, state, and organizational regulations.
  • Compound, prepare, and verify medications using appropriate professional judgment, safety standards, and compounding guidelines.
  • Counsel patients on medication use, side effects, administration, storage, and adherence strategies to improve therapeutic outcomes.
  • Serve as a clinical resource for healthcare providers regarding medication availability, therapeutic alternatives, contraindications, and safe medication use.
  • Ensure appropriate storage, handling, and preservation of temperature-sensitive medications, including biologics and vaccines.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and billing integrity to ensure compliance with regulatory, audit, and financial standards.
  • Mentor and coach pharmacy technicians, interns, and students, supporting skill development and workflow efficiency.
  • Support medication-safety initiatives, regulatory readiness, and quality-improvement activities within the outpatient pharmacy setting.
  • Promote an efficient, patient-centered workflow, identifying opportunities to improve operations, patient satisfaction, and service quality.
  • Serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) when assigned, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance.
Retail Pharmacist:
  • Manage day-to-day prescription processing workflows, including drop-off, data entry, filling, verification, and patient pickup.
  • Resolve insurance claim issues, including rejections, prior authorizations, formulary challenges, and cost barriers.
  • Support point-of-sale processes, addressing copay inquiries, billing discrepancies, and customer service concerns.
  • Oversee retail inventory management, including ordering, stock rotation, dating checks, and shortage mitigation.
  • Provide OTC (over-the-counter) product guidance and symptom-based recommendations within scope of practice.
  • Support immunization workflows (when applicable), including screening, administration (if credentialed), documentation, and registry reporting.
  • Lead technician workflow assignments in the retail environment to support efficiency and accuracy.
  • Promote adherence initiatives such as refill reminders, synchronization programs, and targeted interventions.
  • Engage directly with patients to enhance service satisfaction, problem resolution, and overall customer experience.
  • Ensure compliance with laws governing pseudoephedrine sales, immunizations, and other retail-specific regulatory requirements.
Specialty Pharmacist:
  • Dispense specialty medications requiring special handling, additional monitoring, or complex patient education.
  • Provide in-depth initial and follow-up assessments (reassessments) for specialty medications, including adherence, side effects, and therapy response.
  • Monitor patient progress and resolve drug-related problems related to specialty therapies, including interactions and appropriateness of therapy.
  • Support patients in accessing high-cost specialty medications through coordination of co-pay programs, foundations, manufacturer assistance, and financial-support pathways.
  • Coordinate medication delivery requiring special handling, including cold-chain management and patient-specific logistics.
  • Collaborate with specialty providers, case managers, and payors to ensure continuity of care and optimal clinical outcomes.
  • Support specialty pharmacy accreditation (e.g., URAC, ACHC, TJC) through documentation, data collection, and adherence tracking.
  • Provide clinical support for high-touch medications, including biologics, injectables, gene therapies, and ongoing patient outreach.
General Responsibilities:
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (D.Ph.) degree required.
Experience: No experience required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Licensure as a Pharmacist by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required. Applicants without an active Oklahoma Pharmacist License must obtain licensure within 90 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Immunization Administration Certificate required within 90 days of hire. Preceptor certification through the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required within 18 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Foundational knowledge of outpatient, retail, and/or specialty pharmacy practice.
  • Strong communication, empathy, and customer-service skills when engaging with patients and care teams.
  • Proficiency in pharmacy dispensing systems, EMRs, technology platforms, and billing systems.
  • Ability to mentor and support pharmacy technicians and interns.
  • Basic understanding of specialty pharmacy workflows, access barriers, and patient-support programs (if applicable).
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to medication safety.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced outpatient pharmacy environments.

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OU Health is a leading company in the healthcare industry, based in Oklahoma City, OK, US. As the state's only comprehensive academic health system, OU Health provides a full spectrum of medical care, from world-class cancer treatments to life-saving emergency care. Founded with a mission to advance healthcare, medical education, and research across the state, the company has a solid reputation for clinical excellence and a patient-centered approach. Upholding its core values of compassion, integrity, and innovation, OU Health has remarkably made a significant contribution to medical research and education and raised the standard of care across a broad range of specialties.

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Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Oklahoma City, OK, US

Year founded

2020

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