How much does a Pharmacist, pharmacist make

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Pharmacist, pharmacist salary

45 000 kr

Pharmacists

What will be the salary after tax?

41 500 - 51 900 kr / month

Women earn 96% of what men do.

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Average salary 45 000 kr
Males 46 400 kr
Females 44 600 kr
Profession Pharmacist, pharmacist and its salary
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Introduction to the Profession of Pharmacist

Working as a pharmacist entails specializing in medicines and their use. Pharmacists play a crucial role in healthcare by ensuring that patients receive the correct medications and guidance on their usage. The profession requires a deep understanding of pharmacology, chemistry, and medicine.

Salary for Pharmacist

The average salary for a pharmacist is 45 000 SEK per month. There is a slight wage gap between men and women in the profession; men earn an average of 46 400 SEK while women earn 44 600 SEK. This means that women earn approximately 96% of what men do. The salary situation has improved since last year when the average salary was 43 200 SEK.

Education and Qualifications

Becoming a pharmacist requires a university education in pharmacy, typically a five-year program. After completing the education, one must also undergo practical training, often referred to as a pharmacy internship, to obtain a license. It is also important to stay updated with the latest research and developments in the field of pharmaceuticals, which may involve attending further training and courses.

Job Responsibilities

A pharmacist's duties may vary but often include:

  • Preparing and dispensing prescription medications
  • Providing advice to patients on medications and their usage
  • Conducting health checks and administering vaccinations
  • Staying updated on new medications and treatment methods
  • Working on quality control and safety in drug management
Requirements for Employment

The demand for pharmacists is generally high, especially in healthcare settings and pharmacies. Good knowledge of pharmacology and a pharmacist license are basic requirements. Experience and specialization in certain areas can also increase job prospects. Many employers also offer benefits such as paid training programs and opportunities for further education in specific areas.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, many employers offer benefits such as paid training programs, which can be particularly valuable in a profession where continuous education is important. Other potential benefits may include a company-paid mobile phone and other technological aids to facilitate work.

Who has the highest salary?
The highest salary for a Pharmacist, pharmacist is 51900 kr. This salary belongs to a man working in the Privately employed workers with a postgraduate education. The highest salary for a woman in this profession is 51600 kr.
Who has the lowest salary?
The lowest salary for a Pharmacist, pharmacist is 41500 kr. This salary belongs to a woman also working in the Privately employed workers. The lowest salary for a man in this profession is 45100 kr.
Salary distributed by age and sector
Age Women's salary as a percentage of men's Base salary Monthly salary
25-34 98% 38500 kr 41700 kr
35-44 96% 42200 kr 44800 kr
45-54 43900 kr 46300 kr
55-64 45600 kr 48900 kr
Snitt 96% 42100 kr 45000 kr
* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.
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All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession Pharmacist, pharmacist has the SSYK code 2281, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

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