Summary Retail Pharmacist in Canada
Find key facts and figures about working as a retail pharmacist. The following information is applicable to all Pharmacists (NOC 31120).
Description
Community pharmacists and hospital pharmacists compound and dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals and provide consultative services to both clients and health care providers. They are employed in retail and health centre pharmacies, or they may be self-employed. Industrial pharmacists participate in the research, development, promotion and manufacture of pharmaceutical products. They are employed in pharmaceutical companies and government departments and agencies.
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Requirements
University
This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).
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Wages
$52.88/hour
Median wage in Canada
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
273 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Competencies
- Monitoring
- Reading Comprehension
- Oral Communication: Oral Expression
- Instructing
- Time Management
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