--- title: Pharmacist Career Guide description: Discover the extensive world of pharmacist careers and explore the possibilities. A pharmacy career brings security, stability, and satisfaction in improving lives. image: https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hubfs/Career%20Guide%20Cover-1.png --- [Skip to the main content.](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#main-content) [![Logo\_Red Transparent](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo_Red%20Transparent.png?width=220&height=62&name=Logo_Red%20Transparent.png "Logo_Red Transparent")](https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmd/) [![UW-Madison School of Pharmacy logo](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Pharmacy_color-flush-reverse.png?width=647&height=200&name=Pharmacy_color-flush-reverse.png "UW-Madison School of Pharmacy logo")](https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmd/) Toggle Menu Toggle Menu - Example Link - Example Link - Example Link [Facebook](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#0) [Instagram](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#0) [Linkedin](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#0) [X](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#0) [YouTube](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#0) [Medium](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#0) # Being a pharmacist is rich with opportunities #### **Enjoy a Career Improving Health and Saving Lives** The world will always need pharmacists. They’re in demand everywhere, their job is consistently top-rated, and their field (and salaries) keeps growing. Pharmacists are renowned as essential, frontline healthcare professionals who provide critical expertise and services in countless settings. You'll make a difference every day helping people while enjoying a rewarding career with security, stability, and satisfaction. [GET YOUR CAREER GUIDE](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#modal_col-num-1_module_17177097946098_2) ### Download your guide to learn why Pharmacist is one of the best careers in healthcare. Discover why a pharmacy career brings security, stability, and satisfaction. With hundreds of pharmacist career paths, the field of pharmacy offers a wide range of roles. ![Career Guide Cover](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Career%20Guide%20Cover.png?width=540&height=716&name=Career%20Guide%20Cover.png) $ 137480 Pharmacists' median salary in the U.S. \# 1 High-paying career for women is Pharmacist Top 4 of the most in-demand six-figure jobs are Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager ![Pharmacist Morgan](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Morgan-Platta_ThedaCare.jpg?width=1024&height=683&name=Morgan-Platta_ThedaCare.jpg) ## Discover the Extensive World of Pharmacist Careers #### In this guide, you'll learn about: - The rewards and impact of being a pharmacist - What pharmacists really do day-to-day - The many roles and places a PharmD degree can take you - How to find your pharmacy career match and next steps Curious about a career in pharmacy? Download your guide today to explore the possibilities! [I want the Guide](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#modal_col-num-2_module_17177097946102_2) ![Pharmacist Berook - alum](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Pharmacist%20Berook%20-%20alum.png?width=150&height=150&name=Pharmacist%20Berook%20-%20alum.png) > I have the opportunity each day to help people get better and improve their health. And it's something I find really rewarding. ##### Berook Addisu, PharmD ###### Pharmacist and Associate Chief of Acute Care and Operations ![Pharmacist Julie - alum](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Pharmacist%20Julie%20-%20alum.png?width=150&height=149&name=Pharmacist%20Julie%20-%20alum.png) > I originally wanted to be a physician. But after I was exposed to ambulatory care pharmacy, I realized that everything I love about doctoring, I could get as an ambulatory care pharmacist: taking care of patients, working one-on-one with them, managing their medications, providing education, and making sure they’re well cared for. ##### Julie Bartell, PharmD ###### Ambulatory Care Pharmacist ![Pharmacist Ryan - alum](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Pharmacist%20Ryan%20-%20alum.png?width=150&height=149&name=Pharmacist%20Ryan%20-%20alum.png) > Over my career, my role has continued to expand — I’m providing vaccinations, helping manage chronic conditions, and more. Recent legislative changes, like provider status in Wisconsin, are opening doors to even more impactful patient care. It’s an exciting time to be at the forefront of accessible healthcare, directly improving lives in my community. ##### Ryan Bender, PharmD ###### Community Pharmacist and Director of Clinical Services [Download Pharmacist Career Guide](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/pharmacist-career-guide#modal_col-num-1_widget_1736447139282_1) [![uw-logo-centered-web](https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/hubfs/uw-logo-centered-web.svg)](https://www.wisc.edu/) © 2026 Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System School of Pharmacy University of Wisconsin–Madison 777 Highland Ave., Madison, WI 53705 [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/UWMadPharm)[X](https://twitter.com/UWMadPharmacy)[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/uwmadisonpharmacy/)[Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-wisconsin-madison-school-of-pharmacy/)[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/UWPharmacy) [BlueSky](https://bsky.app/profile/uwmadpharmacy.bsky.social) Feedback, questions or accessibility issues: [marcom@pharmacy.wisc.edu](mailto:marcom@pharmacy.wisc.edu) [Privacy Notice](https://www.wisc.edu/privacy-notice/) --- About the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy A global leader in pharmacy education, research, service and professional development, the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy has educated the world’s finest pharmacists and scientists for more than 140 years. 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