Pharmacist - Per Diem

Astrana Health, Inc.; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 118,000; Part time

Job summary

Astrana Health, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Pharmacist to support our hospital operations in the Tustin area.

You will review medication orders, verify accuracy, and provide clinical consultation to physicians and staff, ensuring safe, effective medication management in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate holds an active California pharmacist license, has at least 1 year of acute hospital experience, and communicates clearly in English.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in California.
• At least 1 year experience in acute hospital pharmacy.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong time management skills and prioritization abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process medication orders to ensure accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform drug distribution, order entry, medication verification, and patient profile maintenance.
• Provide clinical consultation, drug information, and therapeutic recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor patient drug therapy and intervene to improve outcomes and safety.
• Supervise medication dispensing activities, including unit-dose distribution and controlled substances accountability.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support evidence-based medication management.
• Direct and support pharmacy technicians in daily operational and clinical activities.
• Assist with medication inventory management and drug supply optimization.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.

Skills

Pharmacist license California

Acute hospital pharmacy experience

English communication

Time management

Education

Pharmacy degree (ACPE approved)

Job description

Pharmacist - Per Diem

Department

7710-Pharmacy

Employment Type

Part Time

Location

14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL")

Compensation

$75.00 / hour

Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and patient-focusedPerDiemHospital Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring safe, effective, and efficient medication management across the organization. You will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes while delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care.

Who We Are

Serving Tustin, Santa Ana and other surrounding communities, Foothill Regional Medical Center is a fully accredited acute care hospital, licensed for 177 beds-120 beds for general acute care, 15 intensive care beds and 42 pediatric sub-acute beds. Our surgeons are supported by state-of-the-art robotics.

Our Values

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

• Review, verify, and process medication orders to ensure accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform drug distribution, order entry, medication verification, and patient profile maintenance.
• Provide clinical consultation, drug information, and therapeutic recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor patient drug therapy and intervene when necessary to improve treatment outcomes and medication safety.
• Supervise medication dispensing activities, including unit-dose distribution, narcotic dispensing, and controlled substance accountability.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support evidence-based medication management.
• Direct and support pharmacy technicians in daily operational and clinical activities.
• Assist with medication inventory management, purchasing oversight, and drug supply optimization.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and organizational pharmacy standards.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in California Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy recognized by the California State Board of Pharmacy
• At least 1 year experience and knowledge in acute hospital pharmacy
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Strong time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize tasks

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• Our organization follows an in person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a weekly basis. The hospital is located at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780.
• The total compensation target pay range for this role is $75.00 hourly. The salary range represents our national target range for this role.

Additional Information

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affir… We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.