Pharmacist Jobs in Half Moon Bay, CA

A Pharmacist plays a critical role in the pharmacy industry, ensuring patients receive the correct medications and understand how to use them safely and effectively. They review and interpret physician orders, detect potential medication interactions, dispense prescribed medications, and counsel patients on their proper usage and potential side effects. Additionally, they provide advice on healthy lifestyles, conduct health screenings, manage immunization programs, and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and interns. Pharmacists often work in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, or they may work in research or the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmacists are required to have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college or university. They must also pass two exams to become licensed: the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and, in most states, the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE). Important skills for a Pharmacist include strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with a diverse population, and the capacity to handle stressful situations. Prior to becoming a Pharmacist, individuals often work as Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns, or in related health care roles to gain practical experience in the field.

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Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist, Transition of Care and Clinical Float

  • Burlingame, CA (6 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (6 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: PHARMD-Licensed Pharmacist OR PHARMR-Registered Pharmacist ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (for those who will be responding to codes) TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 1 year of recent...

Staff Pharmacist - San Leandro, CA

  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

RPh on the Go is currently hiring a licensed Staff Pharmacist for an exciting 8-week contract opportunity in San Leandro, CA!...

Inpatient Pharmacist Lead

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, and distributes pharmacy products. Monitors the effectiveness and accuracy of medication distribution....

Staff Pharmacist - San Leandro, CA - Full Time

  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Start : ASAP Duration : 8 week contract with possible extension Duties : Checking and verifying prescriptions Dispensing medications Supervising pharmacy technicians Experience : CA Pharmacist license...

Staff Pharmacist

  • Daly City, CA (14 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Daly City, CA (14 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you play a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Seasonal Immunizing Pharmacist (Part - Time)

  • Foster City, CA (9 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (9 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

District Support Pharmacist

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Pharmacist - Travel Job

  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Requirements: Must have State License to Apply 6 months Pharmacist experience preferred Benefits Designed for Traveling Pharmacists We value your commitment to patient care and provide a comprehensive...

Pharmacist (2450) - Dept. of Public Health

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Reviews, processes, and dispenses physician medication orders and prescriptions including preparing IV admixtures and chemotherapy....

Staff Pharmacist LTC/Hospice Pharmacy (8-Week Contract)

  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago

records and pharmacy files Provide counseling on prescription and over-the-counter medications Educate patients on medication use, side effects, and device handling (e.g., BP monitors, glucose meters) Compound...

Long Term Care Pharmacist San Francisco, CA

  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Assignment Details: Start: ASAP Duration: 8 weeks (may extend) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12p-8p Duties Include: Prescription dispensing and review Patient counseling and medication compliance monitoring...

Pharmacist - LTC - San Leandro, CA

  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Position : Pharmacist Location : San Leandro, CA Start : ASAP End : 8- week contract Shift : Mon - Fri; 12:00pm - 8:00pm Duties : Checking and verifying prescriptions Dispensing medications Supervising...

LTC Staff Pharmacist - San Leandro, CA

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Contract We are urgently seeking a licensed Staff Pharmacist for an 8-week contract at a long-term care/hospice pharmacy facility....

Long Term Care Pharmacist San Francisco, CA

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Assignment Details: Start: ASAP Duration: 8 weeks (may extend) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12p-8p Duties Include: Prescription dispensing and review Patient counseling and medication compliance monitoring...

Contract Staff Pharmacist (LTC) - Alameda County, CA

  • Hayward, CA (22 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (22 miles from Half Moon Bay, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Contract We are actively recruiting a licensed Staff Pharmacist for an 8-week contract role at a long-term care and hospice pharmacy in California....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Half Moon Bay, CA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Half Moon Bay, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
Bachelor's Degree
33.3%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists in Half Moon Bay, CA
1-2 years
28.1%
Less than 1 year
27.7%
None
27.6%
2-4 years
15.7%
6-8 years
0.6%
10+ years
0.3%


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