Federal Pharmacist - Long Beach, California

Job Description

Job Description

Provide critical pharmacy services in a correctional health setting, primarily at the Twin Towers Jail Pharmacy in Downtown Los Angeles. This long-term contract role involves working in a secure, fast-paced environment that serves a unique patient population around the clock.

Responsibilities:

• Dispense, review, and verify prescriptions in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Conduct clinical chart reviews, medication refill authorizations, and assist with medical billing.
• Support transition of care efforts by coordinating medication management for patients entering or leaving custody.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure safe and effective medication use.
• Maintain security protocols and comply with facility-specific requirements.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active California pharmacist license.
• Minimum 2 years of retail or outpatient pharmacy experience.
• Familiarity with federal RX regulations.
• Experience with clinical chart review, medication refill authorization, and medical billing is highly preferred.
• Local candidates are preferred to facilitate timely onboarding and scheduling flexibility.

Schedule:

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
• Shifts rotate among days (6 am–2 pm), evenings (2 pm–10 pm), and overnights (10 pm–6 am).
• Pharmacy services operate 24/7, requiring shift work.

Additional Details:

• Requires successful completion of a multistep hiring process including security clearance forms, interviews, competency tests, and Livescan fingerprinting.
• Facility tours provided during the interview process to showcase the safe working environment.
• Anticipated start within 4 weeks after the interview.
• Preparation and submission of documentation necessary prior to interview date (TBD).

This position offers an opportunity to apply your pharmacy expertise in an essential public health setting, impacting patient care in correctional facilities. If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a challenging, rewarding role with flexible shift options, submit your application to be considered for this vital position.

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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