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Pathway: Information & Support Services
Job: Pharmacist
Job Description
Pharmacists dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. They also advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosages, interactions and side effects of medications.
Necessary Education
A degree from an accredited college of pharmacy, completion of an internship under a licensed pharmacist, and passing a State examination
Helpful High School Courses
Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Humanities, Computer Applications
Working Conditions
- Usually work in clean, well lit and well ventilated areas
- Typically stand most of the workday
- May work long hours, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
- Occasionally may have to wear gloves and masks and work with other special protective equipment
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$81,800
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wage,
$39.33
Career Ladder Information
- Pharmacists usually begin at the staff level and may advance to supervisory or administrative positions
- Many pharmacists with Ph.D. and master’s degrees work in research for a drug company, teach at universities, or run their own pharmacies
- Some pharmacists specialize in specific drug therapy areas
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Have scientific aptitude
- Are conscientious and detail oriented
- Have a desire to help others
- Communicate well
- Have high ethical standards
Did you know?
- Pharmacists are consistently ranked as one of the most highly trusted professionals because of the care and service they provide
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