Pharmacist - Glendora, California

An interim leadership opportunity is available for a Director of Pharmacy / Pharmacist in Charge at a specialized acute behavioral health hospital in Southern California. This role combines hands-on pharmacy practice with department management within a 63-bed inpatient facility focused on behavioral health care.

Location: Glendora, CA

Role Summary:
This position requires a licensed California pharmacist with experience in inpatient pharmacy operations and a strong background in management (3+ years). You will lead the pharmacy department, oversee staffing and scheduling, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes active pharmacy work and will act as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC). You will collaborate with nursing and remote pharmacy support teams to maintain safe, efficient medication use in a sensitive behavioral health environment.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (40 hours/week)
• On-call duty weekly Monday through Thursday plus the first and last weekend of each month
• No regular weekend coverage required

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage pharmacy staffing, scheduling, and on-call coordination
• Investigate and document medication errors and adverse drug reactions
• Submit medication orders, including AmerisourceBergen and long-acting injectable replacements
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and institutional policies
• Lead departmental meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in approximately 2–3 days of training alongside the outgoing Director of Pharmacy

Desired Qualifications:

• Active California Pharmacist License
• Minimum 3 years of experience in pharmacy management within an inpatient setting
• Proficiency in Cerner order entry system and Omnicell automation systems
• Ability to multitask effectively in a dynamic environment

Additional Information:

• Pharmacy staff includes one full-time pharmacist and one part-time technician supporting inventory and unit inspections.
• Remote after-hours and weekend coverage is provided by a sister hospital pharmacy.
• The hospital is preparing for expansion, signaling future growth opportunities.
• Last accreditation survey by CIHQ was in November 2025.

This contract role starts November 2nd and will continue until a permanent Director of Pharmacy is hired (outgoing Director’s last day November 4th, 2026).

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to lead pharmacy services in a complex behavioral health setting, apply now to contribute your expertise and help advance quality care in this unique facility.

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.