LTC Staff Pharmacist | Escondido, California

Overview

A short-term contract opportunity is available for a licensed pharmacist to support pharmacy operations in Escondido, CA. This role involves a comprehensive scope of pharmacy duties, primarily focused on long-term care prescriptions and patient medication management. The assignment is set for four weeks and includes second shift hours with rotating weekend coverage.

• Accurately accept and dispense prescription medications following legal and safety standards.
• Monitor patient medication adherence and identify patterns of overuse.
• Ensure prescribed medications are appropriate for each patient.
• Maintain confidential patient records and pharmacy documentation.
• Counsel patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and answer their inquiries.
• Provide consultations on prescription and OTC medications, including dosage, storage, side effects, and interactions.
• Offer additional patient services such as smoking cessation support, blood pressure, and cholesterol monitoring.
• Educate patients on the use of medical devices like glucose meters and blood pressure monitors.
• Compound and prepare sterile solutions as required.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including technicians and clerks.
• Manage pharmacy inventory of medications and medical supplies.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare team members including physicians and nurses to address drug-related issues.

• Active California pharmacist license in-hand.
• Experience in retail pharmacy preferred; training provided for retail pharmacists new to long-term care.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Second shift: 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM
• Rotating weekends

This contract is an excellent opportunity for pharmacists ready for immediate deployment in the Escondido area looking to utilize their clinical skills in a fast-paced environment. If you are licensed in California and prepared to take on this short-term assignment, apply now with your updated resume and CA license copy for consideration.

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.