Pharmacist Jobs in California

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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Staff Pharmacist

Calling all Pharmacists: Are you a dedicated and skilled Staff Pharmacist seeking a full-time, direct-hire opportunity in a closed-door compounding pharmacy in Central Valley, CA?...

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Oncology Pharmacist

If you’re a seasoned pharmacist, we want to hear from you!...

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  • Bard, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bard, CA
  • 19 days ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

Pharmacist

  • Bard, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bard, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

Neurology Critical Care Clinical Specialist Faculty Pharmacist

  • Templeton, CA
  • moments ago
  • Templeton, CA
  • moments ago

Responsibilities In keeping with the Pacific Central Coast Health Center's philosophy, under the direction and supervision of the Operational and/or Medical Director, the medical assistant will...

Pharmacist - Health Care Services

  • Stockton, CA
  • moments ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • moments ago

Acts as lead worker over less experience pharmacists; participates in training of student pharmacists....

Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Sr - 135753

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 hours ago

This classification is higher level than Staff Pharmacist II....

PRN/Per Diem - Staff Pharmacist - Fresno CA

  • Fresno, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Location: Fresno, CA Position: Staff Pharmacist Setting: Retail Schedule: Flexible - (Pick Your Schedule) Qualifications: Active California Pharmacist License Retail pharmacy experience Strong communication...

Urgent Need PRN Pharmacist Bay Area CA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Location: Bay Area Position: Staff Pharmacist Setting: Retail Schedule: 1-2 Shifts/Week Qualifications: Active California Pharmacist License Retail pharmacy experience Strong communication and interpersonal...

ED Clinical Pharmacist (Nights) - LA County

  • Inglewood, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Inglewood, CA
  • 7 hours ago

A leading public hospital in Los Angeles County is looking for a Night Shift Pharmacist to join their team on a long-term contract basis....

Night Shift Inpatient Pharmacist - Torrance, CA

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 7 hours ago

We are seeking a contract Night Shift Pharmacist for a major public hospital in Los Angeles County....

Travel Inpatient Pharmacist - Northern California

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Were seeking a licensed Pharmacist for a 13-week inpatient assignment at a hospital in Northern California....

Travel Hospital Pharmacist - Northern California

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Inpatient Pharmacist Willits, CA (13+ Week Contract) Were looking for a licensed Pharmacist to join a hospital team in Willits, CA for a 13-week assignment with potential to extend....

BCOP - Oncology Pharmacist - Southern CA

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Are you looking for an oncology pharmacist role in Southern California where your work really matters?...

Hospital Pharmacist - Northern California

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Contract Pharmacist Hospital Setting | Willits, CA We're seeking a Pharmacist for a 13-week (or longer) contract at a hospital in Willits, CA....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
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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