Pharmacist in Fresno, CA

DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY: Medication Safety/Compliance Pharmacist – Pediatric Hospital Setting

Location: Fresno, CA
Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift, 5x8-hour shifts (40 hours/week)
Start: ASAP

This direct hire position offers an exciting role dedicated to ensuring medication safety and regulatory compliance within a pediatric hospital environment. Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy, you will collaborate closely with pharmacy leadership and multidisciplinary teams to uphold best practices and optimize medication management processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and ensure compliance with medication safety protocols and regulatory laws across pharmacy departments.
• Continuously evaluate and improve pharmacy practices based on evidence, literature, and internal data.
• Lead updates to policies and procedures supporting medication management and staff support.
• Facilitate education and training programs focused on patient safety and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a patient advocate by promoting medication error reduction and safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with medical staff and other hospital disciplines to implement positive safety changes.
• Utilize EPIC EMR system; experience with MERP (Medication Error Reporting Program) is highly preferred.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (required).
• Accredited residency program (preferred).
• California pharmacist license (RPH) in good standing.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association to be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Additional certifications in medication safety (e.g., Board of Pharmacy Specialties or ASHP/ISMP) are a plus.
• Minimum 5 years hospital or related pharmacy experience; 2 years management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local pharmacy regulations including The Joint Commission standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and lead process improvements.

This role demands dedication to patient advocacy and medication safety within a leading pediatric hospital context. If you meet these qualifications and seek a rewarding direct hire opportunity to impact pediatric care, apply today to take the next step in your pharmacy career.

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.