Pharmacist - Bakersfield, CA

This opportunity offers a well-rounded retail and clinical pharmacist role that spans multiple pharmacy settings, providing diverse patient care experience in outpatient, skilled nursing facility (SNF), and inpatient services. Located in Bakersfield, California, this assignment allows for clinical growth and collaborative practice within a vibrant healthcare environment. Candidates must hold an active California pharmacist license for immediate consideration.

Responsibilities:

• Rotate through outpatient, SNF, and inpatient pharmacy services, ensuring comprehensive medication management and patient counseling.
• Perform clinical interventions, monitor drug therapies, and participate in clinical programs.
• Review, verify, and prepare prescriptions by interpreting physician orders accurately.
• Dispense medications through compounding, packing, and labeling while supervising ancillary pharmacy staff.
• Provide drug information and education to healthcare teams and patients.
• Utilize CPOE Evident System and Pyxis automated dispensing units proficiently.
• Maintain strict compliance with California Board of Pharmacy, DEA, and FDA regulations.
• Document clinical interventions and ensure quality assurance in all pharmacy practices.
• Attend code blue situations as required.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
• Active California Pharmacist License (mandatory).
• Minimum one year of pharmacy experience across clinical or retail settings.
• Proficiency in automated dispensing units, IV laminar flow hoods, and electronic health records.
• Strong communication skills in English; bilingual abilities are highly valued given the local demographic.
• Experience with CPSI, Evident, or Pyxis systems is preferred.
• Comfortable supervising pharmacy technicians and managing workflow.
• Code blue response experience is an advantage.
• Local candidates or those willing to commute to Bakersfield encouraged to apply.

Location:

• Bakersfield, California

This is a 13-week local contract position with an ASAP start date, ideal for pharmacists seeking variety in their daily practice and clinical involvement. Embrace a role that challenges and broadens your pharmaceutical expertise within multiple care settings.

If you hold an active California pharmacist license and are ready to deliver quality pharmacy services in a dynamic environment, apply today to advance your career in this unique assignment.

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.