Clinical Pharmacist - Los Angeles, California

Pharmacy professionals with a passion for inpatient care are invited to consider a contract opportunity at a major public health system’s medical center in Los Angeles, CA. This role supports an inpatient pharmacy at a large county Department of Health hospital serving diverse patient populations. It is ideal for pharmacists with PGY-1 residency experience or approximately two years of current inpatient practice who are interested in a contract-to-hire career path.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical pharmacy services in an inpatient hospital setting
• Reviewing medication orders for appropriateness, drug interactions, and contraindications
• Collaborating closely with healthcare teams to optimize patient medication therapy
• Participating in departmental meetings and continuing education opportunities
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies

Desired Qualifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist with valid California license
• PGY-1 residency strongly preferred, but all qualified candidates with relevant inpatient experience will be considered
• Minimum of two years of inpatient pharmacy practice experience
• Ability to pass a competency exam on the first attempt as part of onboarding
• Flexibility to work 8-hour shifts primarily on 1st and 2nd shifts; occasional 3rd shifts may be required
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment

Schedule:

• 8-hour shifts with flexibility across all shifts, mainly 1st and 2nd shifts

Benefits of this assignment:

• Contract duration ranging approximately 4 to 12 months with a path to permanent placement
• Opportunity to secure a permanent role with excellent benefits, pension, union representation, and career advancement within a large health system
• On-site interviews to demonstrate qualifications
• Robust onboarding process including competency testing and background checks to ensure fit and readiness

This contract assignment offers the ultimate goal of transitioning into a permanent, well-compensated pharmacist position with a leading health system, recognized for its comprehensive benefits and professional growth. Candidates ready to meet the challenge of a rigorous onboarding and eager to contribute to patient care in an inpatient setting are encouraged to apply.

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.