Pharmacist Jobs in San Luis Obispo, 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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Pharmacist - Travel Job

  • Jackson PharmacyPros
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 14 days ago

All licensures and certifications required by state to perform pharmacist duties required....

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Float Pharmacist

  • Albertsons Company Inc.
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 23 hours ago

As a pharmacist with our company, you will be part of a team that is committed to providing direct patient care and wellness services....

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Float Pharmacist

  • Vons
  • Nipomo, CA (16 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nipomo, CA (16 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As a pharmacist with our company, you will be part of a team that is committed to providing direct patient care and wellness services....

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Travel Pharmacist - $3,249 per week

  • Care Career
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 10 days ago

Description Care Career is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in San Luis Obispo, California....

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Sterile Compounding Pharmacist (503A - Category 3)

  • Conversio Health
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 13 days ago

(RPh) USP 797 Managing sterile processing technician teams Team supervision Automation Safety regulations Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Team development Quality risk management Licensed Pharmacist...

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Pharmacy/Pharmacist (HR)

  • Kroger
  • Los Osos, CA (11 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Osos, CA (11 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 15 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Fulfill customers prescription needs while concentrating on the accuracy of every prescription filled Administer vaccines as needed Provide patient counseling and pharmaceutical care...

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Night Pharmacist

  • Soliant Health
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 18 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Travel We're seeking an experienced Travel Pharmacist for a night shift inpatient opportunity on California's Central Coast....

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Pharmacist

  • Walgreens
  • Atascadero, CA (14 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atascadero, CA (14 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

therapy management Ensure medication safety through accurate compounding, dispensing, and regulatory compliance Mentor and train pharmacy team members in a collaborative and supportive environment...

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Float Clinical Oncology Pharmacist - Community Infusions (Atascadero/San Luis Obispo)

  • University of California System
  • Atascadero, CA (14 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atascadero, CA (14 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Salary Range: $91.06-$106.67 Bargaining Unit: HX-UPTE Job Qualifications Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We are seeking an exceptionally-skilled and compassionate pharmacist...

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CA Staff Pharmacist Full Time

  • CVS Health
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 30+ 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....

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Pharmacist, Per Diem, Variable shift

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Templeton, CA (19 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Templeton, CA (19 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

license in the state of practice: Required All licensures and certifications needed to fulfill the duties required of a Pharmacist at the state level: Required Essential Functions: Processes, enters...

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Pharmacy - Pharmacist

  • KPG Healthcare
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Pharmacy - Pharmacists to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

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Pharmacist Job in San Luis Obispo, California

  • Lifelink Healthtech
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago

license in the state of practice: Required All licensures and certifications needed to fulfill the duties required of a Pharmacist at the state level: Required...

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Clinical Pharmacist

  • Soliant Health
  • Atascadero, CA (14 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atascadero, CA (14 miles from San Luis Obispo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Contract This opportunity is ideal for a licensed pharmacist seeking a rewarding role on the night shift with a well-established healthcare facility...

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Float Clinical Oncology Pharmacist - Community Infusions (Atascadero/San Luis Obispo)

  • UCLA Health
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Hourly Salary Range: $91.06-$106.67 Bargaining Unit: HX-UPTE Job Qualifications Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We are seeking an exceptionally-skilled and compassionate pharmacist...

In Person

Demographic Data for San Luis Obispo, CA

Moving to San Luis Obispo, CA? Find some basic demographic data about San Luis Obispo, CA below.


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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in San Luis Obispo, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in San Luis Obispo, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.9%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
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 San Luis Obispo, 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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