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Avg. salary range
$139k–$155k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
A pharmacist is a healthcare professional who plays a key role in ensuring that people receive the right medications to help them stay healthy or recover from illness. Pharmacists work in places like drugstores, hospitals, and clinics, where they prepare and dispense prescription medications prescribed by doctors and other healthcare providers. They carefully review each prescription to make sure it’s safe for the patient, considering factors like allergies, other medications the person might be taking, and the correct dosage. Pharmacists also educate patients on how to take their medications properly and answer any questions they might have about side effects or interactions with food or other drugs. In addition, they provide important advice on maintaining overall health, such as managing chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. Through their expertise and care, pharmacists help people get the most benefit from their medications while ensuring their safety.
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Where you could work
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Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Quality Control
Are you good at responding to feedback? Are you able to repeat a task with consistent results?
Education & Training
Doctorate Degree
A doctorate degree is the highest level of academic degree. In addition to a medical doctorate, you can earn this degree in almost any subject area. Doctorate degrees usually take at least four years to complete beyond undergraduate study.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$132,200
Average
$142,600
High
$164,200
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8 hours long, 5 days a week but depend on hours of operation. Day or night shifts are possible.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$145,700
Overall Rank
8th
out of 199 careers
In Health Science
3rd
out of 39 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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