Career questions tagged pharmacists
What part-time jobs should I take as a high schooler going into pharmacology?
I am a rising senior (18y) and want to become a pharmaceutical physician. I want to take a part time job or intern at a pharmacy, but I do not have license for an official pharm technician. What kind of job can I do?
HudsonvilleWhat major should I pursue if I want to become a pharmaceutical physician?
I am a rising senior who wants to become a pharmaceutical physician and go into research, but I am undecided which major I want to go into.
HudsonvilleHow to attain Pharmacy Assistant license in detail?
How (in fine detail and steps) do you get a state approved pharmacy assistant license, and what exactly is the difference between a CPhT and a Pharm. Assistant? Also do I need a license to work as a pharm assistant, and are there multiple ways or paths to getting the license?
University Place
How do you become a Pharmacy Technician?
Hello, I enrolled in a 6 month online course through NHA at Central Louisiana Technical Community College in January 2024 and finished August 2024. I passed my exam & received my candidate credentials in October. Since, I have been on a job hunt to work as a Pharmacy Technician. Many jobs I’ve applied to denied my application without cause. I need help with finding jobs in my career.
Marksville
Are you happy and content working as a pharmacist?
Interested in the mental health of pharmacists
GreshamOn a scale of 1 through 10 how hard is pharmacy school and what type of work is done?
I am Interested
GreshamWhat are the pros and cons of working in a hospital pharmacy compared to a retail pharmacy?
I am interested in this line of work
Gresham
Is pharmacy a good alternative to nursing ?
I’m working on college applications and I’ve noticed that getting into nursing school is harder these days—harder than getting into pharmacy from what I’ve seen. Therefore I’ve been thinking of pharmacy as a backup plan. How different is pharmacy from nursing? I feel like there is only one job you can do with pharmacy and that’s obviously a pharmacist, but can you do another job with that degree? I’ve also heard there has been a decrease in student demand in pharmacy overall? Does the job contain a high-stress environment? What do you do exactly on the job?
Glastonbury
Can you give me any tips to guide me in the pharmaceutical path? ?
I want to stick to the medical/pharmaceutical field, but I have questions about it. What majors and/or classes would be best to take a for a pharmaceutical pathway? How do pharmacists identify the medication someone has to take? What tips can you give me that may help me out in the future? I'm currently taking classes such as AP chemistry and biotech 1, but are there any other classes I should take before something like medical school? I don't know anyone who is a pharmacists, and I'm looking for someone who can help me answer my questions and give me tips along the way.
San FranciscoWhat types of volunteer work should I pursue in non-profit organizations to best align with my career goals in pharmacy and pharmacology, considering my current H4 visa status in the U.S.?
Given my background as a Doctor of Pharmacy graduate with a Master's in Pharmacology and Drug Discovery, what kind of volunteer work should I pursue in non-profit organizations to enhance my employability in the U.S., considering my current H4 visa status?
Beaverton
What positive and negative pharmacy experiences are you experiencing? Is it worth it these days??
I will be a senior next school year. And I hear there are lots of stress and pressure, and yelling from coworkers, managers, and patients. I was considering pharmacy, but I don't know if I should anymore. I see many pharmacists quitting on YouTube. Should I pursue a PharmD degree, or another career?
Buffalo
How can I succeed my goal to be a pharmacist in the future?
In the future, I will have to take courses that revolve around the studies of medicine and pharmaceutical ideas. I also have to learn chemistry and other sorts of biology stuff.
New York
what are some skills I should be familiar with?
Pharmacy Technician
Troutdale
Pharmacy versus midwifery. Which one is more fulfilling ?
I need to know
KampalaHow good is the pharmacy profession??
I would love to become a pharmacist
Kampala
I want to be a pharmacist, What is my time like as clinical pharmacist?
While being a clinical pharmacist do I get paid? What are the hours like? Are there any requirements to begin? And finally do I have to work out the full length of the program?
DaltonI am interested in becoming a pharmacist, I value time with family and friends, money, and fun does this occupation aline with my values?
Does a pharmacist have free time to spend with family/friends? What is the average salary of a pharmacist? Is interesting enough to keep as a ling term job?
Dalton
What sort of stats do I need to get into pharmacy school at Northeastern University?
Im a junior in highschool. I want to pursue pharmacy in college.
Rexfordwhat is the difference between these 5 jobs?
Pharmacist,pharmaceutical scientist,pharmacology,Pharmacy technician, and Pharmocovigilance Specialist . i am researching for my senior project, i am doing it on the medical field but specifically on pharmacy
Santa Fe SpringsIs pharmacy time consuming?
I want to pursue a career in pharmacy but I don't want to spend the majority of my time working.
United States
What are the best and worst parts being a pharmacist?
My name is Anthony, I live in Arizona and I want to be a pharmacist but I am starting to consider that this isn’t the career that I want to pursue. Is it even worth the trouble of going to school and spending the time and money on this career. If any pharmacist or retired pharmacist could answer this tell me if this career path is worth it.
Yuma
Pharmacists, what is your work environment like?
For example, do you work independently or dependently? What do you wish you knew before starting the job? What are some of the challenges you faced on the job and how did you get through them?
Yuma
Is following a major in pharmaceutical studies worthwhile?
Is following a pharmaceutical career worthwhile?
AlbuquerqueWhat is the best path to becoming a Hospital Pharmacist?
I would like to know what steps need to be taken after high school, like what courses I should take during university and other steps to applying to pharmacy school to earn the pharm D.
United States
What are the step that a high schooler needs to do to become a successful pharmacist?
What are some achievements that might look good to employers/colleges? what can I do so I can stand out early?
Fort WorthWhat are the best colleges in the Midwest for getting a pharmaceutical degree?
I want to be a pharmacist but I don’t want to go too far away from my hometown to study. I also want to make sure I study at a good college to get the best education possible.
Princeton
Hello! My name is Samir and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the Community-Pharmacist field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Please comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment. Thank You for your time!
1. What profession did you choose? Why? 2. How many years of college did you need to go through? 3. What jobs did you work on before you landed your present professional job? 4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5. Were you in a college program? 6. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 7. Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 11. Was there any specific reason or inspiration in your life for this career? 12. Would you recommend this career to people who are sensitive emotionally? 13. How do you normally feel throughout every day of your job?
San Jose
What skills did you gain while pursuing your career (Pharmacy)?
Hello, My name is Ray. I'm currently in high school conducting an interview with individuals within a certain career path. The career path that I have chosen is the career of Pharmacists. I want to get better insight on what the career entails. In order to gain the insight, I am going to ask a plethora of questions towards the career of Pharmacists.
San JoseWas there a particular subject that you struggled with while in school?
Hello, My name is Ray. I'm currently in high school conducting an interview with individuals within a certain career path. The career path that I have chosen is the career of Pharmacists. I want to get better insight on what the career entails. In order to gain the insight, I am going to ask a plethora of questions towards the career of Pharmacists.
San JoseDid you join any school clubs that related towards your current profession (Pharmacist)?
Hello, My name is Ray. I'm currently in high school conducting an interview with individuals within a certain career path. The career path that I have chosen is the career of Pharmacists. I want to get better insight on what the career entails. In order to gain the insight, I am going to ask a plethora of questions towards the career of Pharmacists.
San Jose