Staff Pharmacist Jobs in Connecticut
Staff Pharmacist jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport, where large health systems and retail pharmacy networks maintain active hiring pipelines at every level from new graduate to senior clinical staff. Employers like Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and CVS Health, which is headquartered in neighboring Woonsocket and employs thousands across Connecticut, consistently post staff pharmacist openings in hospital, ambulatory care, and retail settings. The most in-demand specialties right now are oncology pharmacy, clinical ambulatory care, and long-term care dispensing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Summary:
Health is everything. At CVS Health, colleagues are committed to increasing access, lowering costs and improving quality of care. Millions of times a day, we help people on their path to better health—from advising on prescriptions to helping manage chronic and specialty conditions.
As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients. In addition to supporting the Pharmacy Manager in leading and directing your Pharmacy Technician Support Staff, you are accountable for supporting the management, oversight and operation of all aspects within your pharmacy. This includes:
- Patient Safety
- Pharmacy Professional Practice
- Regulatory Requirements
- Quality Assurance
- Customer Service
- Personnel Management
- Inventory Management
- Financial Profitability
- Loss Prevention
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Workflow Management
A key component of the Staff Pharmacist role is keeping your customers and patients healthy through adoption and management of patient care programs. Additionally, you will: - Lead with Heart – display empathy and compassion for your patients, customers, caregivers and colleagues on your team
- Motivate, inspire and develop your Pharmacy Support Staff by balancing assignments that maximize colleagues’ strengths, address development opportunities and decrease knowledge gaps
- Identify critical business opportunities and contribute to the development of meaningful solutions to drive growth and improve performance in your pharmacy
- Successfully implement those solutions by leading your team to achieve specified goals
- Adapt to change and adjust plans to thrive in a dynamic community healthcare setting
- Seek new ways to grow, collaborate with others and deliver better outcomes
- Align others around purpose to gain support and commitment
- Actively contribute to a ‘team’ culture that promotes caring, energy, enthusiasm and pride
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Apply acquired knowledge to help drive healthy outcomes and differentiate CVS from competitors
- The above represents a summary of the functions of a Staff Pharmacist. Additional functions and physical requirements are available on the full job description.
Required QualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications
- Active Pharmacy License in the state in which you are employed
- Not on the DEA Excluded Parties List
- Immunization Certification through an accredited organization (e.g., APhA)
- No pending felony charges or convictions for criminal offenses involving controlled substances
Preferred Qualifications
EducationBachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm. D. degree
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$60.00 - $76.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/22/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Staff Pharmacist Job Market in Connecticut
A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CVS Health32

- Walmart3

- Slavins-Hancock Pharmacy2

- PharmcareUSA1

- Hancock Pharmacy1
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff pharmacist jobs across Connecticut.
- Active Connecticut pharmacist license issued or recognized by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
- Successful completion of NAPLEX and MPJE board licensing examinations
- One or more years of staff pharmacist experience in a retail, hospital, or clinical setting
- Proficiency with pharmacy dispensing systems such as Epic Willow, Omnicell, or QS/1
- Strong clinical knowledge in at least one practice area such as oncology, ambulatory care, or long-term care
Staff Pharmacist Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a staff pharmacist in Connecticut?
You must hold an active Connecticut pharmacist license issued by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Drug Control Division. That requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program, passing the NAPLEX and the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination, and completing a board-approved internship. Connecticut also requires a separate controlled substance registration for pharmacists who dispense Schedule II through V drugs.
How much do staff pharmacists make in Connecticut?
Staff pharmacists in Connecticut earn a median of about $141,290 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $106,660 for the lowest 10% to over $165,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire staff pharmacists in Connecticut?
Connecticut staff pharmacist roles are posted by CVS Health, Walmart, and Slavins-Hancock Pharmacy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Connecticut's mix of large academic health systems, community hospitals, and one of the densest retail pharmacy networks in New England means openings appear across a wide range of practice settings throughout the state.
Which Connecticut cities have the most staff pharmacist jobs?
Meriden, Windsor, and Cheshire have the most staff pharmacist openings in Connecticut right now. Hartford anchors the market as the state capital and home to Hartford HealthCare's flagship campus, while New Haven's concentration of Yale New Haven Health facilities and Yale School of Medicine drives consistent clinical demand, and Bridgeport reflects the dense retail pharmacy presence across Fairfield County's suburban corridor.
Are there remote staff pharmacist jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of staff pharmacist openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the fact that most pharmacy work requires a licensed pharmacist physically present to verify and dispense. The roles most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are telepharmacy verification, specialty pharmacy prior authorization, and medication therapy management consultation.
How can I get hired as a staff pharmacist in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a PGY-1 pharmacy practice residency at a Connecticut teaching hospital such as Yale New Haven Hospital or Hartford Hospital, both of which participate in the ASHP residency matching program. New graduates without residency training can also pursue intern-to-pharmacist conversion roles at retail networks or apply to Hartford HealthCare's and Yale New Haven Health's new-grad transition programs. A completed Connecticut controlled substance registration and any BCPS or immunization certification gives candidates a concrete edge in competitive pools.
Where can I find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings across hospital, retail, and ambulatory care settings. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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