Pharmacist Jobs in Santa Maria, 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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

CA Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Lompoc, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lompoc, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 12 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 - Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Available

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 18 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...

Pharmacist in Charge Job - Solvang CA

  • Solvang, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Solvang, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 23 days ago

This small 15-bed critical access hospital requires a dedicated pharmacist to serve as the only pharmacist on staff, hold a PIC license, and be the pharmacist of record....

Oncology Pharmacist Job Full Time CA

  • Arroyo Grande, CA (17 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Arroyo Grande, CA (17 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Contract Travel Oncology Pharmacist - Board Certified (BCPS/BCOP) Preferred Soliant is seeking an experienced Oncology Pharmacist for an immediate travel contract...

Travel Pharmacist Job - Santa Barbara, CA

  • Solvang, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Solvang, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist Job Type Contract Soliant Health is seeking a skilled Pharmacist to join a small 15-bed critical access hospital near Santa Barbara, CA....

Oncology/Infusion Clinical Pharmacist Lead

  • Solvang, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Solvang, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for ensuring safety in the compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other infusion drugs....

CA Staff Pharmacist PT

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Maria, 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....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Lompoc, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lompoc, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Are you the Pharmacist who knows your patients by name? Do they ask for you because you build meaningful relationships with them?...

Float Pharmacist

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Are you the Pharmacist who knows your patients by name? Do they ask for you because you build meaningful relationships with them?...

Sr Pharmacist

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 60+ days ago

One California Responsibilities About This Position In keeping with the Marian Medical Center health care philosophy the Senior Pharmacist is responsible for procuring manufacturing compounding dispensing...

Pharmacist Clinical

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Two to three years experience as a clinical pharmacist. B.S. Pharmacy; or M.S. Pharmacy, or Pharm. D. REGISTERED PHARMACIST (RG PHARMST)....

Pharmacist

  • Lompoc, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lompoc, CA (23 miles from Santa Maria, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Pharmacist services will include the following: Interpreting medical/dental staff prescription orders....

Demographic Data for Santa Maria, CA

Moving to Santa Maria, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Santa Maria, CA below.


Local
National
146,203
2,693
Medium/Lg

Pharmacist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHirePharmacy curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Pharmacist 101
If you want to learn how to become a pharmacist, then get this "Pharmacist 101" guide today!In Pharmacist 101, you will learn these top lessons from a real pharmacist. Evaluation of the real...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Pharmacist Related Career Advice Articles

Pharmacist smiling at camera
Pharmacist Job Outlook: Is Supply Meeting Demand?

Looking for pharmacist jobs? Learn more about the pharmacist job outlook through industry data and insights.

Read article »
Pharmacist posing in front of shelves full of medications
Community or Hospital Pharmacy: Which is Right for You?

While a variety of specialty practice areas exist for pharmacists, community and hospital are the two main settings these professionals work in. If you’re considering employment in a hospital or community pharmacy, learn more about each environment in this brief guide to determine which best aligns with your qualifications, skills, preferences, and career goals.

Read article »
happy pharmacy manager standing in front of her two happy pharmacy employees
5 Key Traits of Successful Pharmacy Managers

Interested in becoming a pharmacy manager? Find out what it takes to succeed in this challenging yet highly lucrative and rewarding position.

Read article »