Pharmacist
Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and advise patients and providers on their safe use — reviewing prescriptions, checking for interactions, counseling patients, administering immunizations, and overseeing pharmacy technicians.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
5,643
Median salary
$130,560
$124.6k–$164.2k range
Posted this week
+611
Remote / telehealth
2.5%
143 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Pharmacist specialties: openings and median pay
As of October 4, 2026, Pharmacist hiring on SonicJobs spans 4 specialties. Staff Pharmacist is the largest with 1,678 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $130,560 (Staff Pharmacist) to $143,360 (Specialty / Ambulatory Pharmacist).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Pharmacist | 1,678 | $130.6k | |
| Clinical Pharmacist | 1,234 | $143.3k | |
| Hospital Pharmacist | 452 | $143.1k | |
| Specialty / Ambulatory Pharmacist | 430 | $143.4k |
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · 4 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Pharmacist do?
Pharmacists dispense medications and advise on their safe use. Becoming a pharmacist requires a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and a state license, and it is among the highest-paid healthcare roles.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Pharmacist jobs are open?
As of October 4, 2026, SonicJobs lists 5,643 active Pharmacist jobs, with 611 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Pharmacists earn?
As of October 4, 2026, Pharmacist roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $130,560 (10th–90th percentile $124.6k–$164.2k), based on 3,140 of 5,643 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 0 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 7 | 0% |
| 40k-60k | 0 | 0% |
| 60k-80k | 4 | 0% |
| 80k-100k | 12 | 0% |
| 100k+ | 3,117 | 99% |
- Median salary
- $130,560 · n=3,140
- Average salary
- $138,399 · n=3,140
- Salary coverage
- 55.64% · n=5,643
- Job count
- 5643 · n=5,643
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · 56% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Pharmacists most in demand?
As of October 4, 2026, Pharmacist demand on SonicJobs is highest in Texas, California, Florida, across 5,643 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 397 | $130.6k |
| California | 389 | $165.7k |
| Florida | 345 | $130.6k |
| Ohio | 250 | $130.6k |
| Pennsylvania | 234 | $130.6k |
| Massachusetts | 229 | $130.6k |
| North Carolina | 214 | $130.6k |
| Virginia | 202 | $130.6k |
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Pharmacists?
As of October 4, 2026, the top Pharmacist employers on SonicJobs are CVS Health, Walmart, The Kroger Co..
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Pharmacist jobs are available?
As of October 4, 2026, Full time roles make up 81% of 5,643 active Pharmacist listings.
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Pharmacist jobs?
As of October 4, 2026, 143 of 5,643 active Pharmacist listings (2.5%) offer remote or telehealth work.
143
Remote / telehealth jobs
2.5% of active Pharmacist listings.
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
Pharmacists must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited program and be licensed in the state where they practice, which requires passing national and state exams. Some complete a residency for advanced or clinical roles.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Pharmacist jobs offer?
As of October 4, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Pharmacist roles, appearing in 86% of listings that disclose benefits (56% of all Pharmacist listings).
Source: aggregated from 5,643 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 56% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Pharmacist FAQ
What degree do you need to be a pharmacist?
A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited program, plus a state license earned by passing national and state exams. All states require pharmacists to be licensed. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Pharmacists?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of pharmacists to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 14,200 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $137,480 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Pharmacist listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure