Pharmacist

Pharmacy Alternatives; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA/FSAs

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

PTO

Shift differential

DailyPay

Pet insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Pharmacy Alternatives in Redding, CA, is hiring a full-time Pharmacist to join a closed-door pharmacy serving long-term care and senior living clients. You will evaluate orders, advise on therapy, and maintain patient records in a team-focused setting.

The role emphasizes clinical collaboration, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement within a growing company. Competitive benefits and a stable, non-retail schedule complete this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy required or PharmD preferred.
• One year experience in long term care desired.
• Current and valid pharmacist license in state of practice.
• Knowledge of CMS/DEA/FDA guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems.
• Strong clinical judgement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, dosage, interactions, and administration route.
• Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff on medication therapy changes.
• Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles including medical history and current medications.
• Ensure laboratory tests for high-risk medications are ordered and reviewed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff to provide clinical support.
• Document communications and interventions in patient records including family interactions.
• Enforce policies for safe handling, dispensing, and oversight of medications.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
• Report medication errors and adverse events to Pharmacy Manager.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Communication

EMR proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Pharm D preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Pharmacy software

Job description

Our Company

Pharmacy Alternatives

Overview

Pharmacy Alternatives is hiring a full-time Pharmacist in Redding, CA!

Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you'll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you.

Schedule

Monday- Friday

9:00am- 5:30pm

Benefits and perks for you!

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Company Paid Time Off
• Shift Differential
• DailyPay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee wellness and discount programs
• *Benefits may vary by employment status

Responsibilities

How YOU will benefit:

• Supportive team with room to work independently
• Ongoing training and career growth
• Advancement opportunities in a growing company
• Referral bonuses

As a Pharmacist you will:

• Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration.
• Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations.
• Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles, including medical history, lab results, and current medications (prescription, OTC, and home remedies).
• Ensure laboratory tests required for monitoring high-risk medications are appropriately ordered, reviewed, and communicated to the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support.
• Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient's medical record, including interactions with families and caregivers.
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe handling, dispensing, and clinical oversight/management of medications.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management.
• Report medication-related errors and adverse drug events to the Pharmacy Manager as required.
• Educate and support clinical team and healthcare agency staff on safe and effective medication handling procedures.
• Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharm D preferred
• One year experience in long term care desired
• License/Certification(s): current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
• Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA).
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
• Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication
• *Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day

About our Line of Business

Pharmacy Alternatives, an affiliate of PharMerica, is a specialized pharmacy provider focused on serving individuals with cognitive or intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Pharmacy Alternatives offers long-term pharmacy solutions specializing in serving special-needs populations who live in intermediate care facilities, waiver homes, group homes, assisted living, supported-living or foster care. Our state-of-the-art approach includes packaging technology specially designed for the population we serve and electronic medication management that helps people live their best lives. For more information, please visit www.pharmacyalternatives.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $65.00 - $70.00 / Hour