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Pharmacist Job Duties:
Pharmacists fill prescriptions for medication. They also educate patients on the use and possible side-effects of medication. Pharmacists are responsible for maintaining confidential records on their patients' medications.
Pharmacist Work Environment:
Most pharmacists work in hospitals, drug stores, grocery stores or department stores. Some may also find themselves working with pharmaceutical manufacturers, government agencies, colleges, or health insurance companies.
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Pharmacist Education and Training:
Pharmacists must complete a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited school. Upon graduation, pharmacists must serve an internship and pass the NAPLEX which is essentially a State examination. In many states, candidates will also need to pass the MPJE which covers pharmacy law.
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Pharmacist Salaries:
Pharmacists average between 83,180 and $108,140 per year according to the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) survey program.
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