Pharmacist Jobs in Colorado

Pharmacist jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora, where large employers like King Soopers, UCHealth, and SCL Health (now Intermountain Health) maintain consistent demand for clinical, retail, and health-system pharmacists at every level from new graduate to clinical pharmacy director. The state's growing population and expanding integrated health networks have made Colorado one of the more active hiring markets in the Mountain West, with particular demand in oncology, ambulatory care, and managed care pharmacy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles53
Top employerWalgreens
Top cityAurora, CO
Cities hiring27
Work type89% On-site
Top industryRetail

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CVS Health
District Support Pharmacist
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CVS Health
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District Support Pharmacist
CVS Health
Aurora, Colorado
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$60 - $76/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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HCA HealthONE Swedish
Advanced Clinical Pharmacist
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HCA HealthONE Swedish
Added 1d ago
Advanced Clinical Pharmacist
HCA HealthONE Swedish
Englewood, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$58.97 - $76.67/hr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Albertsons
Float Pharmacist
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Float Pharmacist
Albertsons
Monument, Colorado
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Albertsons
Float Pharmacist
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Float Pharmacist
Albertsons
Cortez, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Denver Health
Clinical Pharmacist Outpatient Retail
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Denver Health
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Clinical Pharmacist Outpatient Retail
Denver Health
Denver, Colorado
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
$57.21 - $91.54/hr
PALS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Pharmacist Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Aurora
7 jobs
Colorado Springs
7 jobs
Denver
5 jobs
Grand Junction
4 jobs
Pueblo
2 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Thornton
2 jobs
Englewood
2 jobs
Centennial
2 jobs

Pharmacist Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Walgreens
Walgreens5 open roles
CVS Health
CVS Health5 open roles
Safeway
Safeway4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacist jobs across Colorado.

  • Active pharmacist license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
  • Successful completion of NAPLEX and MPJE licensure examinations
  • One or more years of post-graduate residency or direct patient care experience
  • Proficiency with dispensing software and electronic health record systems
  • Strong clinical counseling skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams

Pharmacist Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a pharmacist in Colorado?

To become a pharmacist in Colorado, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited program, pass the NAPLEX and MPJE exams, and apply for licensure through the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy. The Board requires a completed application, verification of your degree, exam scores, and a background check before granting an active license. Some pharmacists also complete a post-graduate year one or year two residency to qualify for clinical or specialty roles.

How much do pharmacists make in Colorado?

Pharmacists in Colorado earn a median of about $156,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $120,410 for the lowest 10% to over $188,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire pharmacists in Colorado?

Employers hiring pharmacists in Colorado right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Safeway, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of large integrated health systems, retail pharmacy chains, and independent specialty pharmacies means openings appear across hospital campuses, outpatient clinics, and community settings throughout the Front Range and beyond.

Which Colorado cities have the most pharmacist jobs?

Aurora, Colorado Springs, and Denver account for the largest share of pharmacist openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as home to major health systems, academic medical centers, and corporate pharmacy operations, while Colorado Springs and Aurora generate strong demand through their own hospital networks, retail chains, and growing outpatient infrastructure serving fast-expanding suburban populations.

Are there remote pharmacist jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they're rare. About 11% of pharmacist openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on most pharmacy roles remain. The positions most likely to offer remote or telepharmacy arrangements are in utilization management, prior authorization review, and medication therapy management, where patient interaction happens by phone or through electronic records rather than in person.

How can I get hired as a pharmacist in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a post-graduate year one residency at a Colorado institution such as UCHealth, Children's Hospital Colorado, or a Veterans Affairs facility in the Denver metro, which converts new graduates directly into competitive clinical candidates. Those who do not match a residency often enter through pharmacy intern or staff pharmacist roles at retail or health-system employers while building hours toward full licensure. Earning a Colorado State Board of Pharmacy intern registration early and gaining immunization certification adds measurable credibility for employers screening new applicants.

Where can I find and apply to pharmacist jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to pharmacist jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings to identify roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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