Hospital 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
Hospital Pharmacist earns an average of $86,787/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2.6–2.7 years. Top skills: Hospital Pharmacy, Registered Pharmacist (RPh), Pharmaceuticals.
$86,787/yr
Bachelor's degree
2.6–2.7 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 (21)
Hospital Pharmacy
Pharmaceuticals
Medical Prescription
Pharmacotherapy
Medication Dispensation
Pharmacokinetic Dosing
Medication Therapy Management
Hospital Experience
Clinical Pharmacy
Nursing
Retail Pharmacy
Community Health
Auditing
Data Recording
Pharmacy Management
Clinical Rounds
Drug Utilization Review
Electronic Medical Record
Medication Administration
Medication Administration Records
R (Programming Language)
Common Skills (6)
Certifications (3)
Registered Pharmacist (RPh)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Board Of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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