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UPMC Senior Communities

Pharmacist - Nights

Erie, PA · On-site

$51.03 - $76.98/hr

Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: * Pharmacist * Act 34 ...

UPMC Hamot

Pharmacist - Nights

Erie, PA · On-site

$56.50 - $67.75/hr

Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state * Entry Level no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: * Pharmacist * Act 34 ...

RxPartners

Pharmacist, Rx Partners

Bridgeville, PA · On-site

$55.50 - $66.75/hr

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

Yale New Haven Health

Per Diem Pharmacist

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$59.50 - $71.50/hr

This is an entry level clinical pharmacist position. The clinical pharmacist supports the vision, mission, and goals of YNHHS and the Department of Pharmacy and demonstrates competency in all basic ...

Yale New Haven Health

Per Diem Pharmacist

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$59.25 - $71.25/hr

This is an entry level clinical pharmacist position. The clinical pharmacist supports the vision, mission, and goals of YNHHS and the Department of Pharmacy and demonstrates competency in all basic ...

Yale New Haven Health

Per Diem Pharmacist

Bridgeport, CT

$59.25 - $71.25/hr

This is an entry level clinical pharmacist position. The clinical pharmacist supports the vision, mission, and goals of YNHHS and the Department of Pharmacy and demonstrates competency in all basic ...

Yale New Haven Health

Per Diem Pharmacist

Bridgeport, CT

$59.25 - $71.25/hr

This is an entry level clinical pharmacist position. The clinical pharmacist supports the vision, mission, and goals of YNHHS and the Department of Pharmacy and demonstrates competency in all basic ...

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How much do entry level pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 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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Infographic showing various Entry Level Pharmacist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,701 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

Pharmacist, Rx Partners

UPMC Senior Communities

Bridgeville, PA • On-site

$52.26 - $81.63/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

UPMC Rx Partners is looking for a full time Pharmacist to join their dedicated team!
Pharmacists are responsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, and cost-effective pharmacotherapy. They provide support of centralized and decentralized medication-use systems to deliver optimal medication therapy. Pharmacist Specialists participate in all necessary aspects of the medication-use process and pharmacy operations and services. Pharmacy services include but are not limited to assessing patient parameters, incorporating age and disease specific characteristics into drug therapy and patient education, and participation in the detection, mitigation, and prevention of medication-related adverse events. Pharmacists serve as resources and liaisons to other departments, health care team members, or external groups. They also support and/or lead patient care quality and regulatory compliance initiatives designed to improve medication-use processes or pharmacy practice. Pharmacists provide medication and practice-related education/training and actively serve as preceptors for pharmacy students and pharmacy residents. If applicable, participation in the quality initiatives is expected with the goal of improving clinical pharmacy services by monitoring processes, analyzing data, implementing interventions, and evaluating the effectiveness of those interventions.
This role will work rotating daylight and evening shifts, with rotating on call and weekends.
UPMC offers a generous benefits package, an expansive total rewards package, opportunity to grow your career and much more. Apply today!
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.

Qualifications:
  • 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:
  • Pharmacist

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