Inpatient Pharmacist in Los Angeles, CA
Job Description
Job Description
Join a prominent hospital pharmacy team within a respected public health system serving Los Angeles County. This contract opportunity offers pharmacists the chance to work in a dynamic inpatient hospital setting, supporting patient care in a reputable healthcare environment.
Location:
- Torrance, CA
- Harbor UCLA Medical Center, part of the Los Angeles County Department of Health System (LACDHS)
Schedule:
- Variable days and afternoons
- Four 10-hour shifts per week
Responsibilities:
- Dispense medications accurately and efficiently to inpatient populations
- Collaborate closely with healthcare teams to optimize pharmacotherapy and patient outcomes
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies
- Assist with inventory management and medication preparation as needed
- Support operational pharmacy needs to ensure uninterrupted service delivery
Qualifications:
- Licensed Pharmacist with current state licensure
- Experience in hospital inpatient pharmacy preferred
- Strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to variable schedules and work independently
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Benefits & Career Growth:While this is initially a contract role, LACDHS frequently hires pharmacists from agency positions into long-term contracts with potential for temp-to-permanent transition. Becoming a permanent County employee offers comprehensive unionized benefits, pension plans, and significant opportunities for career advancement within a large and supportive health system. Starting in this contract role provides valuable experience and a pathway to secure a rewarding permanent position.
Take advantage of this opportunity to contribute your skills in a challenging, rewarding hospital pharmacy environment with room to grow. Apply now to make an impact on patient care while advancing your pharmacy career.
Compensation for this position ranges from $61.00 to $72.00. 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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