Pharmacist Jobs in Ladera Ranch, 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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Per Diem Pharmacist-Inpatient Pharmacy-Irvine-Variable Shift

  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 4 days ago

needed, drug information and consultation to other professional staff and patients, the maintenance of patient profiles, attendance at cardio-pulmonary emergencies, drug therapy monitoring, and drug compounding...

Pharmacist, Clinical a Newport Beach Pharmacy - Per Diem 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Education Trains pharmacists-in-training, including newly hired pharmacists, and residents. Participates in the precepting and mentoring of pharmacy students and interns....

Staff Pharmacist II - Yorba Linda Pharmacy - FT Day Shift

  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago

needed, drug information and consultation to other professional staff and patients, the maintenance of patient profiles, attendance at cardio-pulmonary emergencies, drug therapy monitoring, and drug compounding...

Per Diem Pharmacist-Inpatient Pharmacy-Irvine-Variable Shift

  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago

needed, drug information and consultation to other professional staff and patients, the maintenance of patient profiles, attendance at cardio-pulmonary emergencies, drug therapy monitoring, and drug compounding...

Travel Pharmacist Job - California

  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Soliant Health is hiring a Travel Pharmacist to work in California. Come and check out what the fuss is all about!...

Per Diem Pharmacist-Inpatient Pharmacy-Irvine-Variable Shift University of California Irvine Health

  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 6 days ago

needed, drug information and consultation to other professional staff and patients, the maintenance of patient profiles, attendance at cardio-pulmonary emergencies, drug therapy monitoring, and drug compounding...

Staff Pharmacist II - Yorba Linda Pharmacy - FT Day Shift University of California Irvine Health

  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Orange, CA (20 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 8 days ago

needed, drug information and consultation to other professional staff and patients, the maintenance of patient profiles, attendance at cardio-pulmonary emergencies, drug therapy monitoring, and drug compounding...

Pharmacist, Clinical a Newport Beach Pharmacy - Per Diem 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) University of Southern California (USC)

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Education Trains pharmacists-in-training, including newly hired pharmacists, and residents. Participates in the precepting and mentoring of pharmacy students and interns....

Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology

  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Requires a registered pharmacist. Must possess an active unrestricted state license to practice pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh)....

Staff Pharmacist II - Yorba Linda Pharmacy - FT Day Shift

  • Yorba Linda, CA (24 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (24 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 11 days ago

needed, drug information and consultation to other professional staff and patients, the maintenance of patient profiles, attendance at cardio-pulmonary emergencies, drug therapy monitoring, and drug compounding...

Clinical Pharmacist I-Per Diem

  • Corona, CA (22 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Corona, CA (22 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist I....

District Support Pharmacist (Seasonal)

  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago

You will work within the district to cover pharmacist scheduling gaps, under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager (PM) and Rx District Leader (DL) to support our pharmacy teams....

Pharmacist, Clinical Newport Beach Pharmacy - Per Diem 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Education Trains pharmacists-in-training, including newly hired pharmacists, and residents. Participates in the precepting and mentoring of pharmacy students and interns....

Clinical Quality Pharmacist - Hybrid

  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Clinical Quality Pharmacist will be responsible for managing regional anti coagulation clinic, support with Part D related STAR/HEDIS measures, and disease management by outreaching and engaging...

Clinical Pharmacist - Patient Care - Remote

  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Ladera Ranch, CA)
  • 12 days ago

**Required Qualifications:** + Bachelors degree in Pharmacy or PharmD + Current, unrestricted California State Pharmacist License + Advanced Practice Pharmacist (APh) License (current or willing to...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Ladera Ranch, CA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Ladera Ranch, 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 Ladera Ranch, 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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