Pharmacy Practice Resident
Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.
At a Glance
Pharmacy Practice Resident. Top skills: Pharmaceuticals, Registered Pharmacist (RPh), Medication Administration.
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Varies
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Pharmacists
Median Wage
$137,480/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.6%
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (23)
Pharmaceuticals
Medication Administration
Disease Management
Care Coordination
Intravenous Therapy
Medical Prescription
Pharmacotherapy
Pharmacokinetics
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Blood Pressure
Pharmacy Operations
Laboratory Testing
Monitoring Plan
Medication Dispensation
Patient Interviews
Patient Discharges
Hospital Information Systems
Drug Interaction
Registration
Medical Records
Medication Therapy Management
Quality Improvement
Chemotherapy
Common Skills (4)
Operations
Word Processing
Ethical Standards And Conduct
Spreadsheets
Certifications (3)
Registered Pharmacist (RPh)
CPR/AED For The Professional Rescuer
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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