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UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center

Pharmacist

Erie, PA

$51.03 - $76.98/hr

Required: Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level - no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

53 Pharmacy Inc

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supervisor pharmacist

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Supervise and guide a small team of pharmacy staff Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level experience in pharmacy * Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree * Licensed Pharmacist status * Skills in ...

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53 Pharmacy Inc

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supervisor pharmacist

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Supervise and guide a small team of pharmacy staff Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level experience in pharmacy * Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree * Licensed Pharmacist status * Skills in ...

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UPMC Senior Communities

Pharmacist

Erie, PA · On-site

$51.03 - $76.98/hr

Required: Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level - no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Froedtert Health

Pharmacist

Pleasant Prairie, WI · On-site

$51.50/hr

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * Entry Level * LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED * Wisconsin Pharmacist Licensure * KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED * A residency or experience in a hospital ...

Red Rock Pharmacy

Pharmacist Intern

Salt Lake City, UT

$16.25 - $20/hr

The Pharmacy Intern is an entry-level position and duties are designed to develop knowledge base ... pharmacist. JOB DUTIES: Provides patients with information concerning prices, number of refills ...

Froedtert South, Inc.

Pharmacist

Pleasant Prairie, WI · On-site

$51.50/hr

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * Entry Level * LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED * Wisconsin Pharmacist Licensure * KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED * A residency or experience in a hospital ...

Red Rock Pharmacy

Pharmacist Intern

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

The Pharmacy Intern is an entry-level position and duties are designed to develop knowledge base ... pharmacist. JOB DUTIES: Provides patients with information concerning prices, number of refills ...

Chartwell

Pharmacist, Chartwell

Oakdale, PA · On-site

$56.75 - $68.25/hr

Required: Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level - no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Chartwell

Pharmacist, Chartwell

Oakdale, PA · On-site

$56.75 - $68.25/hr

Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level - no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: * Pharmacist * Act ...

UPMC Senior Communities

Pharmacist, Chartwell

Oakdale, PA · On-site

$52.26 - $81.63/hr

Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level - no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: * Pharmacist * Act ...

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How much do entry level pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Pharmacist position, and why are they important?

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 job?

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 a typical day look like for an Entry Level Pharmacist?

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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Pharmacist

Pharmacist

UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center

Erie, PA

$51.03 - $76.98/hr

Part-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Limited Part-Time Pharmacist | UPMC Hamot

Schedule: Variable day and evening shifts

  • Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Evening Shift: 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Required to work every third weekend and 2–3 holidays per year
Preferred Qualifications: Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred; however, new graduates and newly licensed pharmacists are encouraged to apply.
 

Join the UPMC Hamot Pharmacy team in a dynamic pharmacist role supporting patients primarily at UPMC Hamot, with additional opportunities to provide services across UPMC's Northern Region hospitals, including UPMC Northwest, UPMC Chautauqua, UPMC Horizon, and UPMC Kane.

This position offers opportunities to engage in a variety of clinical pharmacy services, including:

  • Pharmacokinetic consult management
  • Renal dose adjustments
  • IV-to-PO therapeutic conversions
  • Therapeutic interchanges
  • Emergency/code response participation

UPMC Hamot features a fully USP-compliant sterile compounding program and a highly automated pharmacy department, providing pharmacists with advanced tools and resources to support safe and effective medication management.

Pharmacists are responsible for the provision of safe, effective, and cost-conscious pharmacotherapy while supporting both centralized and decentralized medication-use systems. They collaborate closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based medication management and clinical expertise.

In addition to direct patient care responsibilities, pharmacists serve as valued clinical resources to providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Opportunities may also exist to participate in quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance activities, staff education, and the precepting of pharmacy students and residents.

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.


Responsibilities:

  • Interpret and evaluate physician orders and prescriptions to prepare, calculate, and dispense appropriate medication dosage forms for inpatient and outpatient treatment in accordance with the Pennsylvania Pharmacy Practice Act, Federal Drug Laws, and other regulatory organizations.
  • Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Sustain the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic interchange protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection. 
  • Review, maintain, and screen patient medication records and profiles for allergies, drug interactions and therapeutic duplications while entering orders and/or verifying medications.
  • Organize daily operational duties and assist in the supervision of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy aides, student interns and other ancillary personnel involved in providing pharmaceutical care.
  • Adhere to all regulatory requirements, professional standards of practice, and hospital quality management policies and procedures in providing pharmaceutical care.
  • Communicate with physicians and nurses to ensure prompt clarification of orders that are unclear, illegible, or incomplete.
  • Provide drug information and/or educational programs to healthcare professionals and pharmacy students.
  • Utilize all available computer systems and technologies in the provision of pharmaceutical care 
  • Fill prescription orders in accordance with State and Federal regulations, utilizing technological resources and equipment.
  • Prepare and dispense intravenous admixture solutions, as required, using aseptic technique in an accepted sterile product preparation area.
  • Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy
  • B.S in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree 
  • Required: Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state
  • Entry Level – no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred.
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
     
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