Clinical Pharmacist | Torrance, California

Job Description

Job Description

Enhance patient care by delivering expert clinical pharmacy services within a dynamic inpatient setting. This opportunity offers a chance to work across a large health system that includes numerous ambulatory care and outpatient clinics along with several hospitals.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy support in an inpatient environment.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize medication therapy plans.
• Ensure the safe, effective distribution and management of medications.
• Actively participate in patient care rounds, offering valuable input to clinical decision-making.
• Maintain strict adherence to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

• PGY1 residency strongly preferred; however, all candidates with solid inpatient pharmacy experience are encouraged to apply.
• Minimum of two years recent inpatient pharmacy experience.
• Valid pharmacist license and current certifications as required.
• Ability to successfully pass a competency examination (one attempt only).
• Successful completion of a background check (Livescan).

Schedule:

• 8-hour shifts with flexible availability for first and second shifts.
• Occasional third shifts may be required.
• Variable days/afternoons with option for four 10-hour shifts per week in some cases.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA, with specific assignment in the Torrance area.

This contract role ranges from 4 to 12 months and often provides an excellent pathway to a permanent position within the health system. Permanent opportunities include competitive compensation, excellent benefits, union membership, and pension plans. Expect an onboarding period of approximately 8 to 10 weeks, with multiple avenues for career advancement and lateral movement across departments.

Qualified clinical pharmacists who thrive in multidisciplinary inpatient teams are encouraged to apply and take the next step in their professional journey.

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