Clinical Staff Pharmacist - Los Angeles, CA

A healthcare facility in the Los Angeles area is seeking a capable Clinical Pharmacist to provide vital support during a period of short staffing. This contract role requires flexibility and strong clinical skills to ensure seamless pharmacy operations in a dynamic environment.


Location: Los Angeles, CA (may include floating to nearby sister hospitals within 10-15 miles)


Schedule/Hours:

• Variable day and afternoon shifts
• Weekly hours fluctuate from approximately 16 to 40 hours
• Flexibility in availability is essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify medication orders accurately and efficiently
• Supervise and provide oversight to pharmacy technicians
• Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to optimize patient care
• Manage pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring
• Utilize order entry systems (Allscripts/Paragon) for documentation and communication
• Work with Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets to ensure medication availability and safety

Qualifications:

• Active pharmacist license valid in the state of California
• Proven experience in a hospital or clinical pharmacy setting
• Strong knowledge of pharmacokinetics and patient-specific medication management
• Familiarity with Allscripts/Paragon order entry systems and Pyxis automation preferred
• Ability to adapt to varying schedules and float between nearby hospital sites as needed
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a well-established healthcare facility with 117 licensed beds and an average daily census of 44. The initial assignment is expected to last around eight weeks, with potential for ongoing month-to-month extension.


If you bring clinical expertise, flexibility, and a dedication to patient-centered pharmacy practice, consider applying today to support this vital role.


Compensation for this position ranges from $62.00 to $76.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.