PHARMACIST SALARY SCALE IN NIGERIA

Pharmacists are skilled specialists who work specifically for pharmacies and drug stores. They also dispense or issue drugs directly to patients.

Pharmacists plays important role in deciding which medication is good for each patient and identification of errors made by physicians in prescribing medications to patients.

Pharmacy is one of the professions you go into with considerably high hope of getting a job instantly after school. The place and importance of a pharmacist cannot be over-emphasized and they make good money also.

LET’S TALK ABOUT THEIR SALARIES

The salaries of pharmacists vary according to their levels, for instance

a.For beginners with 0_2 years experience is #165,000_#200,000

b.For mid-level with 2_5 years experience is#250,000_#450,000

c.For experienced workers with 5 years and above is #450,000_800,000

This is for Government hospitals and teaching hospitals

FOR PRIVATE HOSPITALS

1. Entry level (0_2 years) #75000_150,000
2. Mid level (2_5years)#150,000_250,000
3. Experienced (5 years and above) #200,000_400,000