Staff Pharmacist

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in San Diego, CA is seeking a dedicated Staff Pharmacist to join our team, delivering expert pharmaceutical care to SNF patients who rely on precise medication management daily.

The role emphasizes accurate dispensing, DURs, collaboration with nursing staff and physicians, and adherence to LTC regulations, with opportunities to contribute to patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
• Active California Pharmacist License (RPh) in good standing.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or institutional pharmacy preferred.
• Strong knowledge of geriatric pharmacology and SNF regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with dispensing software and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and verify medications accurately for SNF residents.
• Perform drug utilization reviews (DUR) and ensure therapy appropriateness.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians and care teams to optimize outcomes.
• Monitor for drug interactions, contraindications and adverse drug reactions.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations and LTC guidelines.
• Manage controlled substance handling, documentation and reporting.
• Support MAR accuracy and pharmacist order review.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PharmD degree

Pharmacist license (RPh) CA

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance

About the Role:

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in San Diego, CA is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Staff Pharmacist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing expert pharmaceutical care to skilled nursing facility patients who depend on precise, compassionate medication management every day.

Responsibilities:

• Dispense and verify medications accurately for skilled nursing facility (SNF) residents


• Perform drug utilization reviews (DUR) and ensure medication therapy appropriateness


• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and care teams to optimize patient outcomes


• Monitor for drug interactions, contraindications, and adverse drug reactions


• Ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations and long-term care (LTC) guidelines


• Manage controlled substance handling, documentation, and reporting


• Support medication administration record (MAR) accuracy and pharmacist order review

Requirements:

• Active California Pharmacist License (RPh) in good standing


• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited institution


• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or institutional pharmacy preferred


• Strong knowledge of geriatric pharmacology and SNF regulatory requirements


• Familiarity with pharmacy dispensing software and electronic health records (EHR)


• Excellent attention to detail and strong clinical judgment


• Effective communication and team collaboration skills

About Us:

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy is a trusted pharmaceutical provider serving the San Diego community, dedicated to delivering exceptional medication management services to long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. Our clients rely on us for accuracy, reliability, and compassionate care and our team members thrive in a supportive environment that values expertise and professional growth.