Inpatient Pharmacist | Torrance, California

Job Description

Job Description

This opportunity is ideal for pharmacists with a passion for inpatient hospital care and a desire to establish a long-term career within a large public health system. The position supports operational needs at a well-regarded county hospital in the Los Angeles area, providing a pathway to permanent employment with excellent benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dispense and review inpatient medications ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize patient medication therapy
• Participate in clinical rounds and provide drug information to medical staff
• Maintain compliance with hospital, county, and regulatory policies
• Successfully complete a competency exam and background checks as part of onboarding

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Pharmacy license in good standing with the State of California
• PGY1 residency or approximately two years of current inpatient hospital pharmacy experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of inpatient medication management and hospital pharmacy operations
• Ability to pass a competency exam—the hiring system is highly selective
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment

Location: Los Angeles County, California (Hospital located in Torrance)

Additional Details:

• Contract position with potential for temp-to-perm transition into unionized county employment
• Onboarding process typically takes 4-6 weeks post-offer acceptance
• Employment with the County offers excellent pension plans, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for upward mobility
• Candidates will be interviewed on-site by hospital representatives

If you meet these qualifications and seek to join a well-established county health system with rewarding long-term prospects, apply now to take the next step in your pharmacy career. Your expertise can directly contribute to outstanding inpatient healthcare delivery in this dynamic setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $61.00 to $72.00. 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.

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