Retail Pharmacist
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
Retail Pharmacist. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 1.3–2.3 years. Top skills: Registered Pharmacist (RPh), Customer Service, Management.
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Bachelor's degree
1.3–2.3 years
12
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Pharmacists
Median Wage
$137,480/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.6%
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Patient Safety
Workflow Management
Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
Loss Prevention
Inventory Management
Performance Metric
Business Metrics
Pharmaceuticals
Chronic Diseases
Pharmacy Operations
Medical Prescription
Intravenous Therapy
Long-Term Care
Medication Therapy Management
Pharmacokinetics
Patient Communication
Medication Reconciliation
Service Offerings
Pharmacotherapy
Common Skills (9)
Customer Service
Management
Compassion
Quality Assurance
Enthusiasm
Grammar
Certifications (2)
Registered Pharmacist (RPh)
Immunization Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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