Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky
Pharmacists are an in-demand role in the state of Kentucky, with opportunities across a variety of settings such as clinical, specialty and retail. As the need for accessible healthcare services increases along with an aging population, employment opportunities within this profession will continue to grow across all areas. Pharmacist salaries in Kentucky are more competitive than ever, and with the affordable cost of living in the state, Kentucky can be a great location to move your career forward.
Why Kentucky?
There are many benefits to living in Kentucky, such as reasonable costs of living, the beauty of landscape and more!
- Overall cost of living is 9% to 11% below the national average
- Median home price in Louisville is $243,872
- Median home price in Lexington is $305,566
- Louisville has the world-famous Kentucky Derby, Louisville Slugger, and the Bourbon Trail
- Lexington is the horse capital of the world and home to the University of Kentucky
- Lexington is one of the friendliest cities in the US, according to Conde Nast Traveler readers
Pharmacist roles at Walgreens
Are you a licensed pharmacist interested in relocating to Kentucky? Already live here but looking for a new opportunity? Walgreens has opportunities across the state – many that qualify for incentives for joining the team!
State Specific Walgreens Incentives:
-Sign-on bonuses at select locations
-Relocation assistance packages available at select locations
-Staff pharmacist and pharmacy manager opportunities available
How we’re improving our work environment for retail pharmacists
At Walgreens, we’ve listened to our pharmacy team and have worked to make improvements to the work environment and bring more purpose back to the role of a community-based pharmacist. Here, we empower our pharmacists to take on new clinical roles in the community and have freed up time for our pharmacists to provide the important care our patients need. Some important changes we’ve rolled out:
-Increased base pay for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
-Elimination of task-based metrics from pharmacy staff performance reviews
-Infrastructure enhancements and technology investments
-Enhanced annual merit review process to provide compensation increases or lump sum payments for pharmacists
-Investments into our micro-fulfillment network to free up pharmacist time
Learn more about how we’re improving pharmacy roles at Walgreens here.
Why Walgreens? Hear from our pharmacists.
"I find the most fulfilling aspect of my current role is helping pharmacists grow both their pharmacy and business acumen and allowing them to work at the top of their license. When pharmacists are empowered, patients benefit through improved disease prevention and management, enabling them to live their best lives. My job is most rewarding when I’m serving both team members and patients. There's nothing more fulfilling than knowing I’ve made a positive impact on those around me." Lori, Healthcare Supervisor
Pharmacy Technician Opportunities
Pharmacy technicians are integral to our retail operations as they are, in many cases, the front line to our pharmacy patients. Our pharmacy technician role has evolved from a transaction-based environment to a more patient-centric focus. Additionally, you can launch your pharmacy technician career right here at Walgreens by “earning while you learn!”
Our Pharmacy Technician Training Program is recognized by the ASHP and Department of Labor as an apprenticeship program – giving you an entry point to a career in healthcare and supporting you in taking steps towards becoming a certified pharmacy technician through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA). Through our accredited training program, you’ll get all of the education and support you need to sit for these important exams and take you to the next level of your development as a healthcare professional.
Our team member PTCE (PTCB) pass rates are at 74% which is 4% above the national average. We invest in training, so you can invest in your career here at Walgreens.
Join our team in Kentucky!
We have pharmacist opportunities in Louisville, Lexington and other areas in Kentucky. Search our jobs at jobs.walgreens.com.