Explore Retail Pharmacist Jobs

Retail pharmacists help patients use medications safely while delivering accessible care in community pharmacies, grocery stores, and other retail health settings. Browse vetted retail pharmacist opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Job requirements and pay vary by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.

What Retail Pharmacists Do

Retail pharmacists review prescriptions, dispense medications, counsel patients on proper use and potential side effects, and coordinate with prescribers. Depending on the role and state regulations, they may also administer vaccines, provide health screenings, manage medication therapy, and support other clinical services. They oversee pharmacy operations and help maintain accuracy, privacy, and compliance with applicable laws.

Common Retail Pharmacy Job Titles

Related opportunities may include Staff Pharmacist, Pharmacist-in-Charge, Pharmacy Manager, Community Pharmacist, Clinical Retail Pharmacist, and District Pharmacy Leader. Titles and duties differ across employers, so review each listing for its specific scope.

Skills and Qualifications

Most retail pharmacist positions require a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, an active pharmacist license in the state of employment, and successful completion of required licensing examinations. Employers often seek strong medication knowledge, attention to detail, communication skills, patient-centered judgment, and the ability to manage a busy workflow. Some roles require prior retail experience or additional credentials.

Find Retail Pharmacist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find retail pharmacist roles that align with your experience and career goals. Salary and eligibility information is determined by each employer and may change.

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$126K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by managing prescriptions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and serving as a vital resource for healthcare professionals regarding medicatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$126K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safe medication practices and patient care. You'll oversee pharmacy operations, manage drug inventories, and serve as a vital resource for healthcare professio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Engage as a key healthcare professional filling prescriptions, providing patient counseling, and enhancing community wellness. Collaborate with pharmacy teams to ensure exceptional service and complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $176K *

Take ownership of sterile compounding oversight, ensuring compliance and quality. Provide in-room support, real-time verification, and staff training to enhance safety and efficiency in pharmacy opera...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $146K *

Empower patient care by delivering expert clinical pharmacy services and operational support. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure safe, effective medication management and enhance patient outc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Empower patient care by ensuring accurate medication management and safe specialty therapy. Collaborate closely with healthcare teams to deliver exceptional service and improve patient outcomes throug...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Optimize pharmacy operations by ensuring safe practices, reviewing prescriptions, and providing patient counseling. Collaborate with teams to manage drug therapies and oversee pharmacy technicians, en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Empower patient care by ensuring safe pharmacy operations, reviewing prescriptions, and providing medication counseling. Collaborate with teams to optimize therapy management and enhance patient outco...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Optimize pharmacy operations by ensuring safe practices, reviewing prescriptions, and providing patient counseling. Collaborate with teams to manage drug therapies and oversee pharmacy technicians, en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing patient care by ensuring safe, effective specialty infusion therapies. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance medication management and support clinical decision-ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $137K *

Transform patient care by overseeing specialty medication management, ensuring safety and efficacy through expert review and collaboration with clinical teams. Your role directly impacts patient outco...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $146K *

Lead clinical pharmacy services to ensure safe, effective specialty infusion therapies. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes through medication management and operational supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $164K *

Join our team as a Staff Pharmacist to oversee prescription processing and ensure exceptional customer care, compliance, and safety in a supportive pharmacy environment. Your expertise will enhance pa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Optimize patient drug therapy by assessing, preparing, and dispensing medications in a multidisciplinary environment. Engage with patients and healthcare teams to ensure safe, effective, and cost-effi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care, oversee staff, and enhance patient services. Drive initiatives like Medication Synchronization while ensuring compliance with regulation...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $158K *

Drive quality patient care while overseeing daily pharmacy operations. As a Staff Pharmacist, ensure accurate medication dispensing, provide expert counseling, and maintain compliance with regulations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$124K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading daily pharmacy operations, ensuring safe medication dispensing, and providing excellent patient care while collaborating with a dedicated pharmacy team to enhance community...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$124K - $158K *

Elevate community health by providing exceptional patient care through precise medication dispensing, effective communication, and adherence to regulatory standards in a collaborative pharmacy environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Elevate customer care by providing expert pharmaceutical services and support. Engage with teams to foster an effective retail environment, developing both your individual skills and leadership potent...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Champion transformative pharmacy solutions by leveraging expertise and communication skills to enhance customer care and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Contribute to a supportive environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Empower our team as a Staff Pharmacist, delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring compliance, and optimizing pharmacy operations in a dynamic retail environment...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Join our pharmacy team to deliver exceptional patient care while ensuring safe medication dispensing and compliance with regulations. Your expertise will enhance pharmacy operations and patient experi...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Optimize customer service and pharmaceutical care while collaborating with a dynamic team. Engage patients with your expertise, ensuring their medication needs are met effectively and efficiently whil...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Help us elevate patient care by utilizing your pharmacy expertise to provide exceptional service, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing team productivity through effective comm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Support and enhance patient care by ensuring safe, effective medication management while collaborating with healthcare teams. Provide clinical drug information and maintain compliance with pharmacy re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a retail pharmacist do?question toggle

    A retail pharmacist dispenses prescription medications, checks for safety concerns, counsels patients, coordinates with healthcare providers, and may provide services such as vaccinations or health screenings, depending on state regulations and the employer.

  • What qualifications are typically required for retail pharmacist jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a Pharm.D. degree and an active pharmacist license in the state where you will work. Specific experience, certifications, and other requirements vary by position.

  • What are common retail pharmacist job titles?question toggle

    Common titles include Staff Pharmacist, Pharmacist-in-Charge, Pharmacy Manager, Community Pharmacist, and Clinical Retail Pharmacist. Responsibilities vary by employer.

  • Do retail pharmacist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some retail pharmacist opportunities on Ladders meet or exceed $100,000 in listed compensation. Pay varies based on factors such as location, experience, employer, and role, so check each job listing for details.

  • Where do retail pharmacists work?question toggle

    Retail pharmacists commonly work in community pharmacies, chain drugstores, supermarkets, and other retail health settings.