Even retirees whose former employers continue to offer coverage until Medicare kicks in at age 65 can expect a bit of sticker shock. As health-care costs continue to rise, companies are reducing coverage or requiring retirees to pay more.
Education Law requires that registered pharmacists complete continuing education. A minimum of 45 contact hours (at least 23 live) is required in each three-year registration period. As of September 1, 2003, the 45 hours required must include at least 3 credits (home study or live) of formal continuing education on strategies and techniques to reduce medication and prescription errors.
Average Pharmacist Hourly Wage in Louisiana. Pharmacists earn a median hourly wage of $55.40. Hourly wages typically start from $36.30 and go up to $71.98. Average Pharmacist Yearly Salary in Louisiana. Pharmacists earn a median salary of $115,230 per year. Salaries typically start from $75,500 and go up to $149,710. Learn more about the Pharmacist job market for salaries of real jobs in your area.