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Merlyn Chazhikat

Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner

pharmacist Houston, TX U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
[email protected] (555) 123-4567 linkedin.com/in/...
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
3 years at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Connections
202
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Merlyn Chazhikat is one of them.
  • 4,877 pharmacists are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 13,511 contacts at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in TX: $106,000 – $160,000 (median $131,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in TX: Walgreens (317), Cvs Health (268), Walmart (173).
  • 3% of pharmacists in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 77% of pharmacists in TX have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
2018
Michael E. DeBakey HSHP
2013
Skills
Microsoft Office Teamwork Microsoft Excel Public Speaking Customer Service Leadership Powerpoint Epic Systems
About U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Industry
Government
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
va.gov
Office Location
2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX
Professional Overview

Merlyn Chazhikat is a Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs, based in Houston, TX. As a pharmacist, Chazhikat contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Houston, TX. They have been with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs for 3 years. Chazhikat holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law and Michael E. DeBakey HSHP. Core competencies include Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Customer Service. U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs operates in the Government sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. 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 Houston, TX 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Merlyn Chazhikat located?
Merlyn Chazhikat is based in Houston, TX. They are currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs.
What is Merlyn Chazhikat's specialty?
Merlyn Chazhikat specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner.
Where does Merlyn Chazhikat currently work?
Merlyn Chazhikat currently works at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs. They have been there for 3 years.
What is Merlyn Chazhikat's educational background?
Merlyn Chazhikat attended Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law and Michael E. DeBakey HSHP.
How do I contact Merlyn Chazhikat for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a pharmacist?
Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified 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 TX?
pharmacists in TX typically earn $106,000 to $160,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. 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.

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