Pharmacist Career

Job Description: 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.


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Pharmacist Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$134,790

Median Hourly Wage

$64.80*

Total Employed Nationally

331,700


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.