Job Title:
Pharmacist
Company: United States Air Force
Location: Scranton, PA
Created: 2024-06-16
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Essential Medicine ExpertsProviding our Airmen with proper healthcare doesn't stop once they leave the doctor's office. Primarily responsible for dispensing prescribed medications and helping patients understand proper usage and side effects, Pharmacists are an integral part of patient care. These medication experts help maximize positive health outcomes and improve the quality of their patients' lives through patient counseling and careful quality control.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationDoctor of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of Pharmacy from an accredited institution plus completion of an accredited residency or fellowship or other verifiable experienceQualifications
Minimum of 24 months' experience in pharmacy practice assignments
Must have and maintain a valid pharmacist license and be in good standing
New graduates must obtain a license issued by a board of pharmacy to practice medicine within 12 months of commissioning
Normal color vision
Completion of Officer Training School course
Must be between the ages of 18 and 42