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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Community/retail pharmacy seeking bilingual in Korean pharmacist for temporary fill in or part time. Part time hours are Mon-Thur 10-5....

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Qualifications Clinical pharmacy operations experience Medication Therapy Management (MTM) experience Medication safety Experience administering immunizations Strong commitment to patient safety and...

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Pharmacist - Travel Job

  • Jackson PharmacyPros
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 14 days ago

All licensures and certifications required by state to perform pharmacist duties required....

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Pharmacist - Outpatient Oncology - $10,000 Hiring Incentive

  • CEDARS-SINAI
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 30+ days ago

License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California....

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Pharmacist - Inpatient Floater

  • CEDARS-SINAI
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 1 day ago

License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California....

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Pharmacist - Outpatient Oncology Infusion

  • CEDARS-SINAI
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 45+ days ago

License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California....

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Pharmacist - Liver Transplant

  • CEDARS-SINAI
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California....

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Pharmacist I/II - Transplant Float - 139942

  • UC San Diego
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Less than four (4) years experience qualifies as Pharmacist I; Four (4) + years of experience qualifies as Pharmacist II....

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Pharmacist I/II - Transplant Float - Per Diem - 139962

  • UC San Diego
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at level PHARMACIST I Per Diem or PHARMACIST II Per Diem....

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Pharmacist - Inpatient Pharmacy - Per Diem - Shift

  • Kern Medical
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Position: Pharmacist - Per Diem Distinguishing Characteristics : This classification is the fully licensed level of professional pharmacy practice....

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Epic Willow Analyst / Pharmacist

  • Salinas Valley Health
  • Salinas, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • 9 hours ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: EPIC Acute Under the direction...

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CA Dist Suppt Pharmacist PT

  • CVS Health
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 9 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....

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CA District Support Pharmacist FT

  • CVS Health
  • Agoura Hills, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Agoura Hills, CA
  • 9 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....

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Pharmacist

  • Walgreens
  • La Crescenta, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • La Crescenta, CA
  • 10 hours 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...

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Staff Pharmacist-Ca

  • Walmart
  • Oxnard, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Oxnard, CA
  • 11 hours ago

As a Staff Pharmacist at Walmart, you will be empowered to share your clinical knowledge and work to the top of your license....

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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
51.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.9%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
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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