Derek Tovar

Clinical Pharmacist · Emory Healthcare

pharmacist Atlanta, GA

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
4 years
since Feb 2022
Gender
Male

Experience

Clinical PharmacistCurrent
Emory Healthcare
Since Feb 2022 · 4 years · Atlanta, GA

Education

Mercer University School of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
2017 – 2021
University of South Carolina
Bachelor's degree · Chemistry
2012 – 2016
South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities

Skills

Leadership Quality Patient Care Clinical Pharmacy Powerpoint Clinical Trials Medical Writing Pharmaceutical Operations Public Speaking Epic Systems Pharmaceutical Research Electronic Medical Record Cpr Certified Clinical Research Healthcare Medication Adherence Good Clinical Practice Health Informatics Interpersonal Collaboration Mathmetical Proficiency Medication Therapy Management Microsoft Office Microsoft Word Patient Data Software Microsoft Excel Medication Inventory Databases Effective Communication Multitasking Maintaining Records Cerner Management Project Management Pharmacy Practice Pharmacy Research Biochemistry Problem Solving Inventory Management Patient Counseling Medication Management Insurance Billing Omnicell Organizational Skills Scientific Communications Adaptability

About Emory Healthcare

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
1365 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA

Professional Overview

Derek Tovar is a Clinical Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Emory Healthcare, based in Atlanta, GA. As a pharmacist, Tovar contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Atlanta, GA. They have been with Emory Healthcare for 4 years. Tovar holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and Bachelor's degree, Chemistry, from Mercer University School of Pharmacy and University of South Carolina. Core competencies include Leadership, Quality Patient Care, Clinical Pharmacy, Powerpoint, Clinical Trials. Emory Healthcare operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Atlanta, GA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Derek Tovar is one of them.
  • 1,978 pharmacists are based in GA (out of 40,490 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2,297 contacts at Emory Healthcare are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in GA: $103,000 – $157,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in GA: Walgreens (107), Cvs Health (98), Emory Healthcare (63).
  • 4% of pharmacists in GA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 75% of pharmacists in GA have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting pharmacist

Pharmacists are licensed professionals who require verification of active state licensure during recruiting. Contacting pharmacists via direct email or phone allows for faster screening and placement than traditional job board methods.

Browse all pharmacists →

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Derek Tovar located?

Derek Tovar is based in Atlanta, GA. They are currently affiliated with Emory Healthcare.

What is Derek Tovar's specialty?

Derek Tovar specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Clinical Pharmacist.

Where does Derek Tovar currently work?

Derek Tovar currently works at Emory Healthcare. They have been there for 4 years.

What is Derek Tovar's educational background?

Derek Tovar attended Mercer University School of Pharmacy and University of South Carolina.

How do I contact Derek Tovar for recruiting?

HealthTal provides direct email address and phone number for Derek Tovar. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.

How do I recruit a pharmacist?

Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for pharmacists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a pharmacist in GA?

pharmacists in GA typically earn $103,000 to $157,000 annually, with a median of $128,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

Similar Professionals in GA