Pharmacist - Arvin, CA

Job Description

Job Description

This pharmacist opportunity offers a dynamic role combining retail and clinical pharmacy services with diverse patient care responsibilities. The position involves rotation across outpatient, skilled nursing facility (SNF), and inpatient settings, providing a rich blend of hands-on responsibilities and clinical involvement. With an immediate start, this local contract position is ideal for pharmacists licensed in California looking to expand their expertise in a rewarding healthcare environment.

Location:

• Bakersfield, California (Local commute required)

Position Overview:

• Local contract, 13-week duration
• Utilizes CPSI, Evident System for CPOE, and Pyxis automated dispensing

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical interventions and monitor medication therapies effectively
• Provide drug information and counsel patients and healthcare teams
• Participate in clinical programs and therapeutic monitoring, including renal dosing adjustments
• Verify medication orders and supervise preparation, compounding, and dispensing processes
• Organize and direct ancillary staff workflow, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Maintain compliance with California Board of Pharmacy, DEA, and FDA regulations
• Attend to code blue situations when on duty
• Document clinical interventions and monitoring outcomes accurately

Qualifications and Experience:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required
• Active California Pharmacist License (mandatory)
• Minimum one year pharmacy experience
• Proficient with automated dispensing units, IV laminar flow hood, and electronic health record systems
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills; additional language skills such as Spanish are beneficial
• Experience with CPSI or Evident system and Pyxis preferred
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff
• Code blue response experience is a plus

This is a clinically rewarding role that challenges your knowledge and organizational skills while serving a diverse patient population. If you have an active California pharmacist license and thrive in varied pharmacy settings, consider applying for this opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

To be considered, submit your application promptly for immediate start availability.

Compensation for this position ranges from $61.00 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.

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