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Melanie Cates

District Support Pharmacist

pharmacist Asheville, NC Cvs Health

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Overview

Level

Staff

Gender

Female

Connections

Position in HealthTal Database

86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Melanie Cates is one of them.
2,239 pharmacists are based in NC (out of 45,480 total healthcare contacts in that state).
8,590 contacts at Cvs Health are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical pharmacist compensation in NC: $103,000 – $157,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of pharmacists in NC: Walgreens (136), Cvs Health (101), Atrium Health (70).
4% of pharmacists in NC hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
80% of pharmacists in NC have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

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Education

North Carolina State University

Bachelors

2000

Central Carolina Community College

1996

University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Doctorates

2004

About Cvs Health

Industry

Retail

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$1B+

Website

cvshealth.com

Professional Overview

Melanie Cates is a District Support Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Cvs Health, based in Asheville, NC. As a pharmacist, Cates contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Asheville, NC. Cates holds academic credentials, including Bachelors and Doctorates, from North Carolina State University and Central Carolina Community College. Cvs Health operates in the Retail 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 Asheville, NC 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.

Recruiting pharmacist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melanie Cates located?

Melanie Cates is based in Asheville, NC. They are currently affiliated with Cvs Health.

What is Melanie Cates's specialty?

Melanie Cates specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is District Support Pharmacist.

Where does Melanie Cates currently work?

Melanie Cates currently works at Cvs Health.

What is Melanie Cates's educational background?

Melanie Cates attended North Carolina State University and Central Carolina Community College.

How do I contact Melanie Cates 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 NC?

pharmacists in NC 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.