Pharmacist Jobs in Santa Monica, 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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Fulfillment Pharmacist PT

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

We're looking for a Production Pharmacist with an entrepreneurial and productivity driven spirit who wants to help shape the future of the industry....

Pharmacist - Outpatient Oncology - Hybrid Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

  • Beverly Hills, CA (6 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (6 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Demonstrated competency in techniques of pharmaceutical calculations, compounding and pharmacokinetics. Possess patient-centered communication skills....

Pharmacist Resident - PGY-1

  • Beverly Hills, CA (6 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (6 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

The Pharmacist PGY-1 residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California is designed to provide the resident with one year of post-graduate advanced hospital practice experience....

Pharmacist Intern - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

of a licensed pharmacist, assist in providing patient counseling....

Travel - Hospital Compounding Pharmacist - Northern California

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Interim Inpatient Pharmacist California (Temp-to-Perm Option) We are looking for an experienced Inpatient Pharmacist to provide immediate coverage at a hospital in California....

Travel - Retail Pharmacist - Yreka, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Retail Pharmacist | Short-Term Coverage | Yreka, CA Were hiring a Retail Pharmacist for a 6-week assignment covering leave at a high-volume pharmacy in Yreka, California....

Outpatient Pharmacist

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Provides direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, and non-licensed personnel....

Pharmacist II / Hematology Oncology Pharmacy / Full Time / Days

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

and processed; performs duties of a registered pharmacist as defined by law....

Pharmacist Intern - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

of a licensed pharmacist, assist in providing patient counseling....

Pharmacist Intern - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

of a licensed pharmacist, assist in providing patient counseling....

Pharmacist (Intern), Per Diem, Day Shift

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Compounds, prepares, mixes, manufactures and dispenses medicines and preparations....

Hospital Pharmacist 7on/7off Night Shift Near Los Angeles, CA

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 days ago

Soliant Health is seeking an Inpatient Staff Pharmacist for a 13 week contract engagement at a hospital in Los Angeles, CA....

Pharmacist in Charge PIC Needed Contract to Hire Opportunity Near Pasadena CA Hiring

  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Lead and mentor pharmacy technician(s) while actively working as the sole pharmacist on-site....

Inpatient Pharmacist - Graveyard Shift

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to compound intravenous admixtures and other sterile products....

Pharmacist, Full Time, Evening Shift-8 Hr, Pharmacy

  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 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 Registered Pharmacist (RPH): Required...

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Santa Monica, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.1%
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
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 Monica, 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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