Staff Pharmacist

Staff Pharmacist

We're looking for staff pharmacists who are driven to ensure the safety, effectiveness, and accuracy of medication use within a hospital setting. In this role, you'll evaluate medication orders, participate in the preparation and distribution of medications (including chemotherapy and infusions), and provide guidance to patients and healthcare staff. You'll also take a leadership role during urgent situations and help enforce hospital pharmacy policies in compliance with regulatory standards.

We welcome applicants who are reliable, quick learners with sound clinical judgment and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Evaluate inpatient medication orders for appropriateness and safety
• Prepare, compound, label, and dispense medications, including IVs and chemotherapy
• Provide clear medication guidance to staff and patients
• Respond to emergencies and support clinical teams with medication decisions
• Follow state, federal, and hospital pharmacy policies and procedures

Collaborative teamwork is essential in this role, working with nurses, providers, and fellow pharmacists to support safe, effective patient care.

Qualifications include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy
• Current California pharmacist license
• One year of recent hospital experience or recent graduate (within 2 years) from an accredited program
• Familiarity with IV admixtures, drug dosing, pharmacology, and toxicology
• Ability to manage time and respond effectively in high-pressure situations
• Knowledge of hazardous medication handling, including chemotherapy
• Willingness and ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Strong team player with clear communication skills
• Must be able to put into practice service excellence skills with patients, families, coworkers, and the community

Benefits you'll enjoy:

• None (part-time position)

Welcome to RRH:

Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest:

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn more about Ridgecrest and the outdoor activities around it.