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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Clinical Pharmacist

Must have comprehensive knowledge of chronic disease management principles and medication therapy management....

Pharmacist

  • Bard, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bard, CA
  • 5 days ago

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

Clinical Pharmacist - West Coast

  • CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • CA
  • 3 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS Must hold an active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice....

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Pharmacist Inpatient Pharmacy-Day

  • Napa, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Pharmacist Inpatient Pharmacy-Day Job details Salary $2583.36 Weekly Gross Pay type Location Napa, California Employment type Contract Estimated Start Date 07-07-2025 Estimated End Date 10-06-2025 Discipline...

Travel Pharmacist - $3,486 per week. Job in Napa Gr8Jobs

  • Napa, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Bestica is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Napa, California....

ALOIS Healthcare is seeking a travel Clinical Pharmacist for a travel job in Napa, California....

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Napa, California....

Travel Inpatient Pharmacist - $2,593 per week

  • Napa, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Health Advocates Network - Allied is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Napa, California....

Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Available

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Inpatient Pharmacist Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago

, pharmacist) or successful completion of an ASHP accredited clinical pharmacy practice residency....

Pharmacy/Pharmacist (HR)

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA
  • 5 hours 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...

Clinical Pharmacist

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Responsibilities Position Summary: The Radiologic Technologist III, under the general direction of a Radiologist and Radiology Administration is responsible to perform all routine and emergency...

Pharmacist Specialty Pharmacy PRN

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Responsibilities The incumbent is a professional who provides direct nursing care to the patients and residents as well as supervises the nursing activities performed by the licensed vocational...

Clinical Pharmacist - Full Time - Rotating

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 8 hours ago

License and Certifications Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS Certification PRM-CA - Licensed as Pharmacist by the California Board of Pharmacy Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability...

Intern Pharmacist PT16

  • Claremont, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Claremont, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Job Summary: Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmacy products....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in California

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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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