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Pharmacist
Alturas, CA
Retail Pharmacist
Position Overview
The facility seeks a licensed Retail Pharmacist to oversee all retail pharmaceutical services, including procurement, distribution, storage, and administration of medications. You'll ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while delivering excellent patient care and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Compound and dispense prescribed medications; review prescriptions for accuracy
- Counsel patients on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage
- Direct pharmacy technicians and interns in medication preparation and labeling
- Maintain quality assurance procedures, controlled substance security, and hazardous waste disposal
- Manage pharmacy records, inventory systems, and third-party insurance rejections
- Report medication errors immediately and investigate discrepancies
- Stay current on pharmacy laws, regulations, and new programs through continuing education
- Support loss prevention and contribute to pharmacy profitability
- Build collaborative relationships with physicians and healthcare staff
Requirements
- Current California pharmacy license
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from ACPE-accredited program
- Current BLS Certification
- Continuing education hours maintained annually
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Position Details
- Shift: Rotating 3 × 12-hour shifts with weekend coverage
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Location: Alturas, CA
- Start Date: November 3, 2026