Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in Hayward, CA is seeking a dedicated Staff Pharmacist on a per diem basis to support long-term care patients and skilled nursing facilities with expert pharmaceutical care.

You will dispense and verify medications, review orders for regulatory compliance, and collaborate with nursing staff to optimize therapies while maintaining accurate patient records and handling controlled substances with care.

Qualifications

• Active California Pharmacist License (RPh) in good standing.
• PharmD or equivalent degree.
• Long-term care (LTC) or skilled nursing facility pharmacy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of geriatric pharmacology and medication management.
• Familiarity with California Board of Pharmacy regulations and DEA controlled substance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and verify medications accurately for skilled nursing facility patients.
• Review and interpret physician orders, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Perform drug utilization reviews (DUR) and monitor for drug interactions and contraindications.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and healthcare providers to optimize patient medication therapies.
• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles and pharmacy records.
• Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and dispensing of medications including controlled substances.
• Support pharmacy technicians and provide guidance on daily operations.

Skills

Geriatric pharmacology

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

PharmD or equivalent

Job description

About the Role:

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in Hayward, CA is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Staff Pharmacist to join our team on a per diem basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a licensed pharmacist to make a meaningful impact by supporting long-term care patients and skilled nursing facilities with expert pharmaceutical care. If you thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment and value flexibility, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Dispense and verify medications accurately for skilled nursing facility patients
• Review and interpret physician orders, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
• Perform drug utilization reviews (DUR) and monitor for drug interactions and contraindications
• Collaborate with nursing staff and healthcare providers to optimize patient medication therapies
• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles and pharmacy records
• Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and dispensing of medications including controlled substances
• Support pharmacy technicians and provide guidance on daily operations

Requirements:

• Active California Pharmacist License (RPh) in good standing
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree
• Long-term care (LTC) or skilled nursing facility pharmacy experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of geriatric pharmacology and medication management
• Familiarity with California Board of Pharmacy regulations and DEA controlled substance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a flexible per diem schedule

About Us:

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy is a trusted pharmacy partner serving skilled nursing and long-term care facilities throughout the Hayward, CA area, dedicated to delivering safe, accurate, and compassionate pharmaceutical care. Our clients rely on us for our expertise, reliability, and commitment to improving patient outcomes. Our team enjoys a collaborative work culture, flexible scheduling, and the reward of knowing their work directly enhances the quality of life for vulnerable patients.