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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Pharmacist / Clinical & Drug Information Coordinator

  • Martinez, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Martinez, CA
  • 5 days ago

PHARMACIST (CLINICAL & DRUG INFORMATION COORDINATOR) $151,628.05 - $193,498.82 Annually The Contra Costa Health Services Behavioral Health Division, in partnership with consumers, families, staff and...

Pharmacist

  • Winterhaven, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Winterhaven, CA
  • 8 days ago

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

Pharmacist - Outpatient Oncology - Hybrid Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 1 hour ago

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

Staff Pharmacist-Ca

  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 hour ago

A Staff Pharmacist at Walmart is at the forefront of patient communications, listening and developing relationships with those that seek our quality, heartfelt care....

Skilled Inpatient Pharmacist Community Hospital Indio, CA

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Seeking to hire an Experienced Inpatient Pharmacist to work a 7 on 7 off Day Schedule in a hospital setting located in Indio, California for 13 + Weeks! Contact ASAP! ... ......

Pharmacist Resident - PGY-1

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 3 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....

Full Time Retail Pharmacist Yreka, CA

  • Yreka, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Yreka, CA
  • 3 hours ago

duties, including prescription verification, patient counseling, and supervising pharmacy operations Manage high prescription volumes (400500 prescriptions per day) Maintain accuracy and efficiency...

CA Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Soledad, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Soledad, CA
  • 8 hours 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....

CA District Support Pharmacist FT

  • Camarillo, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 8 hours ago

You will work within the district to cover pharmacist scheduling gaps, under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager (PM) and Rx District Leader (DL) to support our pharmacy teams....

Pharmacist

  • Helm, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Helm, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Current, active New Mexico Pharmacist license in good standing. At least 2 years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting....

Pharmacist

  • Ivanhoe, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Ivanhoe, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Current, active New Mexico Pharmacist license in good standing. At least 2 years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting....

Intern Pharmacist PT16

  • Claremont, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Claremont, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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

Pharmacist

  • Visalia, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Visalia, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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

Pharmacist - Inpatient/Outpatient

  • San Clemente, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Clemente, CA
  • 9 hours ago

admixtures, and Pyxis replenishment....

Remote Bilingual Pharmacist (Spanish/ English)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Insight Global is seeking a Remote Bilingual Adherence Pharmacist to join a strong team of clinicians, analysts, and clinical support staff at a healthcare startup....

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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
51.1%
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 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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